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    Weighing

    /ˈweɪɪŋ/

    Meaning & Definition

    noun
    The action or process of determining the weight of something.
    The weighing of the ingredients was done meticulously for the perfect cake.
    verb
    Present participle of weigh, which means to determine the weight of something.
    The technician is weighing the samples to ensure accurate results.
    To consider or assess the importance or value of something.
    She is weighing her options before making a final decision.

    Etymology

    The word 'weighing' comes from the Old English 'wegan' meaning 'to weigh, carry'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    weighing in
    To offer an opinion or contribute to a discussion.
    weigh the pros and cons
    To consider the advantages and disadvantages of something.
    weighting the scales
    To bias a situation in favor of one side.

    Related Words

    weight
    The measure of how heavy something is.
    weigh
    To determine the weight of something.

    Slang Meanings

    Weighing up the situation
    I'm weighing up the situation before I jump in.
    Weighty matter
    That's a weighty matter to consider before deciding.