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Vocabulary Entry
tare
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A weight that is subtracted from a gross weight to obtain the net weight.
Example Sentences
"The tare weight of the container was recorded before adding the goods."
"Make sure to zero the scale after entering the tare."
"She was curious how much the tare would affect the final measurement."
V
verb
To take away the weight of the container from the gross weight.
Example Sentences
"We need to tare the scale before weighing the flour."
"He tared the balance to ensure accurate measurements."
"After taring, she added the next ingredient to the bowl."