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   ocr: GLOSSARY WEIGHT The force with which gravitypulls on an object is referred toas weight. Because weight 1S: a force, it shouldbe measuredin units of force (for example, in newtons). However, weight is usually measured in units of mass (for example, in pounds or kilograms). Gravity