heavyweight

noun, often attributive

heavy·weight | \ ˈhe-vē-ˌwāt

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Definition of heavyweight

1 : one that is above average in weight

2 : one in the usually heaviest class of contestants: such as

a : a boxer in an unlimited weight division — compare light heavyweight

b : a weight lifter weighing more than 198 pounds

3 : one that possesses great power, prominence, or stature

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Their company is one of the industry's heavyweights. a heavyweight in the U.S. Senate, he has a lot of clout in judicial confirmations

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17 Jun 2020

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“Heavyweight.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/heavyweight. Accessed 4 Jul. 2020.

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