weight · n
weight (HEAVINESS)
B2 the quality of being heavy
Dictionary examples:
The shelf collapsed under the weight of the books. (34.0)
weight (OBJECT)
B2 something that is heavy
Dictionary examples:
Try not to lift heavy weights. (23.8)
I lift weights twice a week at the gym. (31.0)
pull your weight
C2 to work as hard as other people in a group
Dictionary examples:
The rest of the team complained that Sarah wasn't pulling her weight. (35.6)
carry weight
C2 to be considered important and effective in influencing someone
Dictionary examples:
His opinions carry a lot of weight with the scientific community. (34.5)
weight (AMOUNT)
B1 the amount that something or someone weighs
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My textbook's weight rivals that of a small car. (0.0)
My cat's weight doubled after discovering the all-you-can-eat fish buffet next door. (0.0)
My wallet's weight is inversely proportional to the month's progress. (0.0)
I need to lose a little weight. (21.4)
Doug has gained a lot of weight recently. (26.0)
He's about average height and weight. (26.7)