Definition for DEC'A-GRAM

DEC'A-GRAM, n. [Gr. δεκα, ten, and gram, a weight.]

A French weight of ten grams, or 154 grains, 44 decimals, equal to 6 penny-weights, 10 grains, 44 decimals, equal to 5 drams, 65 decimals, avoirdupois.

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