What does tare mean?
tare
Definition
To set a weighing scale to zero with a container on it so that only the added contents are measured.
Example sentences
I forgot to tare the scale, so that includes the weight of the bowl.
I forgot to tare the scale, so that includes the weight of the bowl.
Once you've tared it, add the sugar straight into the same container.
Once you've tared it, add the sugar straight into the same container.
Before weighing that parcel, tare the postal scale with the empty tray on it.
Before weighing that parcel, tare the postal scale with the empty tray on it.