cruiserweight

English

noun
Definitions
  • (boxing) light heavyweight
  • (boxing) A boxer weighing less than 200lb; heavier than a light heavyweight and lighter than a heavyweight.
  • (wrestling) A wrestler weighing less than 210lb; heavier than a light heavyweight and lighter than a heavyweight.

Etymology

Compound from English cruiser + English weight.

Origin

English

weight

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