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middleweight

Pronunciation: /ˈmɪd(ə)lweɪt/
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Definition of middleweight

noun

[mass noun]
  • a weight in boxing and other sports intermediate between welterweight and light heavyweight. In the amateur boxing scale it ranges from 71-5 kg.
  • [count noun] a middleweight boxer or other competitor.

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