Associations to the word «Welterweight»

Wiktionary

WELTERWEIGHT, adjective. Alternative spelling of welter-weight
WELTERWEIGHT, noun. Alternative spelling of welter-weight

Dictionary definition

WELTERWEIGHT, noun. A weight of 28 pounds; sometimes imposed as a handicap in a horse race (such as a steeplechase).
WELTERWEIGHT, noun. An amateur boxer who weighs no more than 148 pounds.
WELTERWEIGHT, noun. A wrestler who weighs 154-172 pounds.
WELTERWEIGHT, noun. A professional boxer who weighs between 141 and 147 pounds.

Wise words

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