weighting

/ˈweɪtɪŋ/
adjective
  1. Used to describe something that adds weight or importance.
    • She received a weighting allowance for working in a remote area.
    • The weighting system gives more points to harder tasks.
    • The weighting factor in the formula accounts for difficulty.
noun
  1. An adjustment made to give something more or less importance, especially in statistics or scoring.
    • The company applied a weighting to the scores based on experience.
    • The survey uses a weighting to ensure different age groups are fairly represented.
    • In the final exam, the teacher gave extra weighting to the essay section.
  2. A weight or load added to something, often to make it heavier or more stable.
    • The tent pegs need extra weighting to stay in the ground during strong winds.
    • The diver used a weighting belt to help him sink faster.
    • The curtain rod has a weighting inside to keep it straight.
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