A weight of yarn, slightly heavier than worsted.

(chemistry, dated) The proportional weight, usually referred to hydrogen as a standard, and for each element a fixed multiple of the atomic weight, by which an element unites with another to form a distinct compound.

(archery) The force (weight) required to draw a bow to its fully-cocked position. / (curling) The force (weight) of delivering a stone required for it to come to rest in the house (to draw).

(idiomatic) The distressing combined burden of the problems, doubts, imperfections, and responsibilities associated with human existence.

A weight that turns a balance when exactly poised.

To be handicapped by an extra burden, as when one rides or runs. / To have influence.

a block of calibrated weight, often used in an exercising machine

plural of sash weight

an object used as counterweight for a sash on a sash window panel

simple past tense and past participle of weight-lift