LIGHTWEIGHT Definition & Meaning

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lightweight

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adjective

light in weight.
being lighter in weight, texture, etc., than another item or object of identical use, quality, or function: a lightweight alloy for ship construction.
a lightweight topcoat;
a lightweight alloy for ship construction.
without seriousness of purpose; trivial or trifling:
lightweight reading.
of or relating to a lightweight:
He's the new lightweight contender.
(of a horse, especially a hunter) able to carry up to 165 pounds (75 kilograms).

noun

a person of less than average weight.
Informal. a person who is of little influence, importance, or effect.
a boxer or other contestant intermediate in weight between a featherweight, and a welterweight, especially a professional boxer weighing between 126 and 135 pounds (56.7–61 kilograms).

lightweight

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adjective

of a relatively light weight
not serious; trivial

noun

a person or animal of a relatively light weight
1. a professional boxer weighing 130–135 pounds (59–61 kg)
2. an amateur boxer weighing 57–60 kg (126–132 pounds)
3. ( as modifier )
  the lightweight contender
a wrestler in a similar weight category (usually 115–126 pounds (52–57 kg))
informal.
a person of little importance or influence

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�y��vlog History and Origins

Origin of lightweight¹

First recorded in 1765–75; light ² + weight

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Rivian, known for its large electric trucks, is setting its sights on small and lightweight vehicles.

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Monday morning, workers will begin placing soil — sandy loam mixed with lightweight volcanic aggregate — on the wildlife overpass.

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He was initially rejected by clubs like Internacional and Gremio because they considered him too thin and lightweight for professional football.

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And prior to the Russian invasion, Ukraine's global share of titanium production, a lightweight metal used in the construction of everything from aeroplanes to power stations, was 7%.

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Earlier, part-time electrician Josh Padley – who also accepted late call-up to fight WBC lightweight world champion Shakur Stevenson on just a few days' notice – promised he would grab the opportunity "with both hands".

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