For Weight we have terms and definitions in 11 topics. The topics are Computing and Social Science, Curling, Explosives, Graphic Design, Leather, Newspaper Design, Science, Soccer, Typography, Video Projector and Wood.

Weight (Computing and Social Science)

In survey research, a number associated with a case or unit of analysis ; the weight is used as a measure of the relative significance of the variables of that case when making estimates for the entire population. When a probability sample is used, there is often a chance that some elements of the population are under or over represented in the sample. In order to allow more accurate estimates of a complete population, therefore, "weights" are assigned to each case and used to adjust the overall results to more closely conform to the total population.

Weight (Curling)

The momentum given to a curling stone by the delivery.

Weight (Explosives)

The force with which an earth-bound body is attracted toward the earth. Weight, a measure, commonly expressed in pounds or grams, of the force of gravity on a body ( Gravitation), which is more correctly measured in newtons. Because the weights of different bodies at the same location are proportional to their masses, weight is often used as a measure of Mass. Unlike the mass, the weight of a body depends on its location in the gravitational field of the earth or of some other astronomical body.

Weight (Graphic Design)

denotes the thickness of a letter stroke, light, extra-light, "regular," medium, demi-bold, bold, extra bold and ultra bold.

Weight (Leather)

A term which describes the heaviness or thickness of leather. Typically given in ounces per square foot or millimeters (thickness).

Weight (Newspaper Design)

The boldness of type, based on the thickness of its characters.

Weight (Science)

A measure of how much Earth's field of gravity pulls on an object

Weight (Soccer)

The strength of a pass (e.g., "a properly-weighted pass")

Weight (Typography)

The relative darkness of the characters in a typeface family, such as thin, light, bold, extra-bold, or black.

Weight (Video Projector)

The actual weight of the projector minus power cord, bag, and other optional accessories.

Weight (Wood)

The weight of dry wood depends upon the cellular space, the proportion of wood substance to air space.

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