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welterweight

Syllabification: (wel·ter·weight)

Pronunciation: /ˈweltərˌwāt/

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Definition of welterweight

noun

a weight in boxing and other sports intermediate between lightweight and middleweight. In the amateur boxing scale it ranges from 140 to 147 pounds (63.5-67 kg).
a welterweight boxer or other competitor.