weight

/weɪt/noun
ElementaryNot in standard dictionaries
1

The downwards force an object experiences due to gravity.

2

An object used to make something heavier.

3

A standardized block of metal used in a balance to measure the mass of another object.

4

Importance or influence.

5

An object, such as a weight plate or barbell, used for strength training.

6

Ellipsis of free weight, as contrasted with the weights inside an exercise machine.

7

Viscosity rating.

8

Mass (atomic weight, molecular weight, etc.) (in restricted circumstances).

9

Synonym of mass (in general circumstances).

10

Mass (net weight, troy weight, carat weight, etc.).

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Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing

Consonance

Words sharing similar consonant sound patterns — adds texture and cohesion to writing

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