weigh

weigh · verb

imported

Definitions

verb

  1. 1.

    To determine the weight of something.

  2. 2.

    To have a specified weight.

  3. 3.

    To consider carefully before deciding.

  4. 4.

    To burden or oppress.

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    weigh in — Give an opinion; be weighed before a contest.
  • •
    weigh up — Assess carefully.

Related words

See also: consider, measure, weight
Synonyms: assess, consider, measure

Etymology

From Old English wegan ("to carry, weigh").