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lightweights

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Main Entry:
1light·weight 
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Pronunciation:
\ˈlīt-ˌwāt\
Function:
noun
Date:
1773
1: one of less than average weight ; specifically : a boxer in a weight division having a maximum limit of 135 pounds for professionals and 132 pounds for amateurs — compare featherweight, welterweight2: one of little consequence or ability <a political lightweight>


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