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Vocabulary Entry
pennyweight
|noun
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noun
A unit of weight that is equal to 24 grains or 1/20 of a troy ounce, primarily used for measuring precious metals.
Example Sentences
"The jeweler measured the gold in pennyweights before making the necklace."
"She bought a ring that weighed two pennyweights."
"Understanding pennyweight is essential for anyone dealing in gemstones."