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weight

 

[ weɪt ]

Noun / Verb
Oxford 3000
Context #1 | Noun

measurement

A measurement of the heaviness of an object, typically in pounds or kilograms.

Synonyms

heaviness, load, mass

Examples of usage

  • The weight of the package is 5 pounds.
  • She checked her weight on the scale.
  • The weight of the luggage exceeded the limit.
Context #2 | Noun

importance

The amount or quantity of heaviness or mass; amount a thing weighs.

Synonyms

importance, influence, significance

Examples of usage

  • The weight of her words carried significant importance.
  • His opinion held a lot of weight in the decision-making process.
  • The professor's feedback carries a lot of weight in the academic community.
Context #3 | Verb

press down

To press down with a heavy weight or force.

Synonyms

burden, compress, press down

Examples of usage

  • Please make sure to weight the papers so they don't fly away.
  • She weighted the papers with a rock to keep them in place.

Translations

Translations of the word "weight" in other languages:

🇵🇹 peso

🇮🇳 वजन

🇩🇪 Gewicht

🇮🇩 berat

🇺🇦 вага

🇵🇱 waga

🇯🇵 重さ

🇫🇷 poids

🇪🇸 peso

🇹🇷 ağırlık

🇰🇷 무게

🇸🇦 وزن

🇨🇿 váha

🇸🇰 hmotnosť

🇨🇳 重量

🇸🇮 teža

🇮🇸 þyngd

🇰🇿 салмақ

🇬🇪 წონა

🇦🇿 çəki

🇲🇽 peso

Etymology

The word 'weight' originated from the Old English word 'gewiht', which in turn came from the Proto-Germanic 'gawichtiz'. The concept of weight has been fundamental in human history, influencing trade, engineering, and scientific advancements. The accurate measurement of weight played a crucial role in the development of standardized units and systems. Today, weight remains a key element in various fields, from health and fitness to industry and technology.

See also: overweight, weighted, weightier, weightlessness, weights, weighty.

Word Frequency Rank

At #668 in the frequency ranking, this word is highly important for effective communication. It's commonly used in daily situations and should be prioritized in your vocabulary building.