Definition

Noun: 1. A weight class in boxing: An amateur boxer who competes in the heaviest weight category, specifically one who weighs more than 201 pounds (approximately 91.25 kilograms). This is the highest weight class in amateur boxing.

Usage

The term "super heavyweight" is used primarily in the context of amateur boxing (such as in the Olympic Games) to designate the top weight division. It functions as a countable noun to refer to a boxer in this class or to the class itself. - The super heavyweight final was the most anticipated match of the Olympic boxing tournament. - He moved up from heavyweight to become a super heavyweight.

Advanced Usage

• The "super heavyweight" division is distinct from professional boxing's "heavyweight" division, which has no upper weight limit. In amateur boxing, "super heavyweight" is the category above "heavyweight."
• The term can be used attributively (like an adjective) before another noun.
  • The super heavyweight champion defended his title.

Variants and Related Words

• Heavyweight (noun): In amateur boxing, the weight class directly below super heavyweight (for boxers up to 201 lbs). In professional boxing, the premier weight class with no upper limit.
• Cruiserweight (noun): A professional boxing weight class below heavyweight.

Synonyms

• No direct single-word synonyms. The term is specific to the official weight class designation. Descriptive phrases could include "the heaviest amateur boxer" or "boxer in the top weight class."

Related Phrases

• To fight at super heavyweight: To compete in the super heavyweight division.
  • After gaining muscle, he decided to fight at super heavyweight.

Noun

1. an amateur boxer who weighs more than 201 pounds