give short weight; lose weight
Meanings
2 senses · 6 examplesverb
to give short weight; to cheat on the scale
derogatoryDescribes the dishonest practice of a seller shortchanging a buyer by using an inaccurate scale or intentionally not giving the full weight.
This vendor always gives short weight, so no one wants to buy from him.
This bag of rice you bought seems to be short; it doesn't feel like five kilograms.
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He never cheats on the scale no matter who goes to buy vegetables, so his business is thriving.
verb
to lose weight (of goods); to experience wastage
neutralDescribes the natural loss in weight of goods (especially fresh produce) due to evaporation or handling after purchase.
These leafy vegetables have a lot of moisture; they will lose weight if left for two days.
Selling fruit in summer is prone to weight loss because the moisture evaporates quickly.
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The ten jin of potatoes I bought lost half a jin after being stored for a week.