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weighting

/ ˈɱɪɪŋ /

noun

  1. a factor by which some quantity is multiplied in order to make it comparable with others See also weighted average
  2. an increase in some quantity, esp an additional allowance paid to compensate for higher living costs

    a London weighting

“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012


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The contents of this huge basket of goods and services is reviewed every year to ensure it gives an accurate cross-section and weighting of our spending data.

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