Meaning & use

Hefted

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Lifted or raised something heavy, typically to gauge or demonstrate its weight.

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He hefted the sack of flour onto his shoulder.

She hefted the ancient sword, surprised by how light it felt.

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Past tense of 'heft', related to the noun 'heft' meaning weight or heaviness.

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