weight
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/weɪt/
heaviness
Etymology
Etymology Information
'weight' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'wiht', where 'wiht' meant 'weight or heaviness'.
Historical Evolution
'wiht' changed from Old English word 'wiht' and eventually became the modern English word 'weight'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'heaviness or mass', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a measure of the heaviness of an object.
The weight of the package is 5 kilograms.
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Noun 2
a heavy object used for exercise or to add pressure.
He lifted weights at the gym.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39