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Meaning of lightweights

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

lightweights

noun

Definitions

  1. 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.

  2. A particular weight category as prescribed by the rules, separate from an open or heavyweight class.

  3. A competitive weight division as prescribed by the rules, between the heavier middleweight and the lighter featherweight.

  4. One of little consequence or ability.