Definition of Lightweight

1. Adjective. Weighing relatively little compared with another item or object of similar use. "Lightweight wood"

Similar to: Light

2. Noun. A professional boxer who weighs between 131 and 135 pounds.
Generic synonyms: Gladiator, Prizefighter

3. Adjective. Having no importance or influence. "A lightweight intellect"
Similar to: Unimportant

4. Noun. Someone who is unimportant but cheeky and presumptuous.
Exact synonyms: Jackanapes, Whippersnapper
Generic synonyms: Cipher, Cypher, Nobody, Nonentity

5. Noun. An amateur boxer who weighs no more than 132 pounds.
Generic synonyms: Boxer, Pugilist

6. Noun. A wrestler who weighs 139-154 pounds.
Generic synonyms: Grappler, Matman, Wrestler

Definition of Lightweight

1. n. One of less than average weight;

2. a. Light in weight, as a coin; specif., applied to a man or animal who is a lightweight.

Definition of Lightweight

1. Noun. (boxing) A boxer in a weight division having a maximum limit of 135 pounds for professionals and 132 pounds for amateurs. ¹

2. Noun. (bodybuilding) A competitive weight division between bantamweight and welterweight, with specific weights varying by organization. ¹

3. Noun. One of little consequence or ability. ¹

4. Noun. A person who can't handle their drink. ¹

5. Noun. A political candidate with little chance of winning ¹

6. Adjective. Lacking in earnestness, ability, or profundity ¹

7. Adjective. Having less than average weight ¹

8. Adjective. Lacking in strength ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Definition of Lightweight

1. [n -S]

Lexicographical Neighbors of Lightweight

lightsomely
lightsomeness
lightsomenesses
lightspeed
lightspeed lag
lightstick
lightsticks
lightstruck
lightswitch
lightswitches
lighttight
lightvessel
lightvessels
lightwave
lightwaves
lightweight (current term)
lightweighter
lightweightest
lightweights
lightwell
lightwells
lightwood
lightwoods
lightworker
lighty
lightyear
lightyears
lign-
lign-aloes
lignage

Literary usage of Lightweight

Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:

1. The Navy Seal Nutrition Guide by Patricia A. Deuster (1994)
"Ration lightweight Menus Accessory Packet (5/case): Instant Coffee (6), ... It is lightweight, has proven acceptance, and is relatively inexpensive. ..."

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