weight

Definition

  • noun: a measurement that indicates how heavy a person or thing is
  • noun: the amount that a thing 'weighs'
  • verb: to oppress with a burden
  • often used in combination
  • synonyms: pressure, moment, influence

Examples

  • She likes to exercise using 'free weights'. [=weights (such as dumbbells and barbells) that are not attached to a piece of equipment]

  • ('disapproving') The new manager immediately started 'throwing her weight around', making changes to staff and policy.

  • The doctor says you shouldn't put any 'weight' on that foot for a week. [=you shouldn't stand on that foot for a week]

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) Someone's coming. You would not believe what l've been through tonight. Darling! Are you okay? l feel fresh. Healthy. lt's terrible. You've lost weight. And so tall. You're a sight for detachable eyes. All clear. Come on. Come on. We're almost there. Back up. Back up! (..)
    2010 Toy Story 3