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lightweight

[ lahyt-weyt ]

Phonetic (Standard)IPA

adjective

light in weight.
being lighter in weight, texture, etc., than another item or object of identical use, quality, or function: a lightweight alloy for ship construction.
a lightweight topcoat;
a lightweight alloy for ship construction.
without seriousness of purpose; trivial or trifling:
lightweight reading.
of or relating to a lightweight:
He's the new lightweight contender.
(of a horse, especially a hunter) able to carry up to 165 pounds (75 kilograms).

noun

a person of less than average weight.
Informal. a person who is of little influence, importance, or effect.
a boxer or other contestant intermediate in weight between a featherweight, and a welterweight, especially a professional boxer weighing between 126 and 135 pounds (56.7–61 kilograms).

lightweight

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adjective

of a relatively light weight
not serious; trivial

noun

a person or animal of a relatively light weight
1. a professional boxer weighing 130–135 pounds (59–61 kg)
2. an amateur boxer weighing 57–60 kg (126–132 pounds)
3. ( as modifier )
  the lightweight contender
a wrestler in a similar weight category (usually 115–126 pounds (52–57 kg))
informal.
a person of little importance or influence

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Other Word Forms

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Word History and Origins

Origin of lightweight¹

First recorded in 1765–75; light ² + weight

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This one will likely appeal only to fans who appreciate reverence and twists alike, but it’s bloody if lightweight fun for those who enjoy this kind of good old-fashioned romp in the woods.

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Briton Pimblett outclassed the American on the feet and the ground for a victory which will move into the top 10 of the lightweight rankings.

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The title match was made when Topuria vacated his title in February to move up to lightweight.

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Pimblett is 12th in the UFC lightweight rankings following his win over Green nine months ago, while Chandler is five places above him in seventh.

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