ζυγίζω — meaning in English

English meaning

• balance noun A state in which opposing weights, forces, or elements are evenly matched; stability.
• weigh verb To find out how heavy something is, usually with scales.

Senses

ζυγίζω is used for these senses in English:

• balance (transitive) To bring (items) to an equipoise, as the scales of a balance by adjusting the weights.

balance — full definition

1. noun A state in which opposing weights, forces, or elements are evenly matched; stability.
2. noun The amount of money left in an account after deposits and withdrawals, or the difference between credits and debits.
3. verb To bring something into a state of equilibrium, or to keep it steady without falling.

weigh — full definition

1. verb To find out how heavy something is, usually with scales.
2. verb To have a particular weight.
3. verb To carefully consider or compare things before deciding.
4. verb Nautical: to raise the anchor before setting sail.

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