cruiserweight
Definition
- Noun:
- A professional boxer who competes in a specific weight class: A "cruiserweight" is a boxer whose weight falls within a defined range, typically between 169 and 175 pounds (approximately 76.7 to 79.4 kilograms). This weight class is heavier than light heavyweight but lighter than heavyweight.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The champion defended his title against a formidable cruiserweight.
- He moved up from light heavyweight to become a successful cruiserweight.
Advanced Usage
- "Cruiserweight division": Refers to the specific competitive category in professional boxing for fighters within this weight range.
- The cruiserweight division has produced some of the most exciting matches in recent years.
Variants and Related Words
- Light heavyweight (n): The weight class immediately below cruiserweight.
- Heavyweight (n): The weight class immediately above cruiserweight.
Synonyms
- Junior heavyweight: An alternative, though less common, name for the same weight class in boxing.
Related Phrases
- To fight at cruiserweight: To compete professionally in the cruiserweight division.
- After years at light heavyweight, he decided to fight at cruiserweight.
Noun
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a professional boxer who weighs between 169 and 175 pounds
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