LIGHTWEIGHT

Lightweight

Lightweight is a class of athletes in a particular sport, based on their weight in kilograms/pounds/stones.

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lightweight

Noun

  1. A boxer in a weight division having a maximum limit of 135 pounds for professionals and 132 pounds for amateurs.
  2. A competitive weight division between bantamweight and welterweight, with specific weights varying by organization.
  3. One of little consequence or ability.
  4. A person who can't handle their drink.
  5. A political candidate with little chance of winning

Adjective

  1. Lacking in earnestness, ability, or profundity
  2. Having less than average weight
  3. Lacking in strength
  4. Having a small footprint or performance impact


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