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\ ˈkrith \
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Definition of crith

: the weight of a liter of hydrogen at 0° C and 760 millimeter pressure (0.08987 gram)

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History and Etymology for crith

Greek krithē barleycorn (or, a small weight); akin to Greek kri barley

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“Crith.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/crith. Accessed 27 Jan. 2022.

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