Answer: makeweights

AnswerCrossword Clue
makeweightsMAKEWEIGHT, a small quantity added to make up a certain weight eg an extra slice of bread; hence, an insignificant person or thing
makeweightsSomething put on a scale to make up the required weight
makeweightsAn unimportant point added to make an argument seem stronger
makeweightsAn extra person or thing needed to complete something; a filler