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Definition of weigh-in
(Entry 1 of 2)
: an act or instance of weighing in as a contestant especially in sport
weigh in
verb
weighed in; weighing in; weighs in
Definition of weigh in (Entry 2 of 2)
1
: to have oneself or one's possessions (such as baggage) weighed
especially
: to have oneself weighed in connection with an athletic contest
2
: to bring one's weight or influence to bear especially as a participant, contributor, or mediator
weighed in with an opinion
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“Weigh-in.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/weigh-in. Accessed 25 Sep. 2022.
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The first known use of weigh-in was in 1868
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