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Word: Lightweight
Speech Type: Noun
ˈlʌɪtweɪt
a weight in boxing and other sports intermediate between featherweight and welterweight. In the amateur boxing scale it ranges from 57 to 60 kg.
Short Definition:boxing weight
a person or thing that is lightly built or constructed.
Short Definition:lightly built person or thing
Word: Lightweight
Speech Type: Adjective
ˈlʌɪtweɪt
of thin material or build and weighing less than average
Short Definition:light
Examples:- a lightweight grey suit
lacking seriousness, depth, or influence
Short Definition:not serious or influential
Examples:- the film was entertaining, if rather lightweight
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