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Definition weight in British English

weight noun

noun
/weɪt/
1

a measurement of how heavy a person or thing is

Example

It was about 12 pounds in weight.

Example

Have you lost weight?

Example

Susan gained weight after her accident.

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counterpoise counterpoise counterweight
1.1

the condition or effect of being heavy

Example

The weight of the backpack made the child fall over.

Example

Tim was stuck under the weight of the fallen tree.

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counterpoise counterpoise counterweight
2

a heavy object that is used for making another thing heavier

Example

He tied weights to the sack and hurled it into the river.

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weight load burden
2.1

a piece of heavy metal designed for lifting or throwing as a sport

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assault course barbell beam
2.2

a piece of metal that weighs a particular amount, used for measuring how much something else weighs

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adjustable spanner Allen key applicator
2.3

any heavy object, especially one that is difficult to lift or move

Example

The car was not able to pull such a large weight.

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weight load burden
3

the influence or importance that something has

Example

A recently discovered inscription has added weight to the theory.

Example

We attach little weight to this new evidence.

Example

Simpson's opinions carry considerable weight with the President.

Example

Patten was not inclined to give much weight to their judgment.

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importance emphasis priority
4

something that causes you trouble or difficulty

Example

Susan now bears the full weight of running the family.

Example

Obviously the verdict is a huge weight off my mind.

Definition weight in British English

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