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noun
A system of units of weight or mass, mostly used for precious metals and gemstones, in which the pound contains twelve ounces which each contain 480 grains.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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noun
a system of weights used for precious metals and gemstones; based on a 12-ounce pound and an ounce of 480 grains
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
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Synonyms: troy
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Broader terms: system of weights, weight
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