Weight

usgb/weɪt/
noun

The amount something weighs.

The elephant has a lot of weight
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Often appears as...

  • heavy weight
  • lose weight
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Quantitative Concept

Weight is measurable and can change, like when losing or gaining physical body weight.

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After a month of dieting, he lost some weight.
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Comparative Use

Use weight to compare different items' heaviness, often needing scales for accuracy.

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The pumpkin's weight was greater than the melon's.
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