Associations to the word «Featherweight»

Wiktionary

FEATHERWEIGHT, noun. A weight division in professional boxing of a maximum of 126 pounds or 57 kilograms.
FEATHERWEIGHT, noun. A boxer who fights in this division.

Dictionary definition

FEATHERWEIGHT, noun. An amateur boxer who weighs no more than 126 pounds.
FEATHERWEIGHT, noun. Weighs 126-139 pounds.
FEATHERWEIGHT, noun. A professional boxer who weighs between 123 and 126 pounds.

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