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lightweight adjective

  /laɪtˈweɪt/ , /ˈlaɪt.weɪt/
  • Having less than average weight.
 léger

lightweight noun

  /laɪtˈweɪt/ , /ˈlaɪt.weɪt/
  • (combat, _, sports) A particular weight class, or member of such, as prescribed by the rules, between that of the heavier welterweight and the lighter featherweight. See Wikipedia for the specifics of each sport.
  • (rowing) A particular weight category as prescribed by the rules, separate from an open or heavyweight class.
  • (weightlifting) A competitive weight division as prescribed by the rules, between the heavier middleweight and the lighter featherweight.
  • One of little consequence or ability.
  • (by extension) A person with low endurance.
  • A person who cannot handle their drink; one who gets drunk on very little alcohol.
  • A political candidate with little chance of winning.
 poids léger
super lightweight
superléger
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