bantamweight

English

noun
Definitions
  • A weight class in boxing and other sports, intermediate between flyweight and featherweight. In boxing it ranges from 112 to 118 pounds (51 to 54 kg).
  • A boxer or other competitor of this weight.

Etymology

Compound from English bantam + English weight.

Origin

English

weight

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