Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
welterweight
Noun
/ˈwɛltərˌweɪt/
Definition
A weight class in professional boxing and mixed martial arts.
Examples
- The welterweight championship match was highly anticipated by fans.
- He started his career in the welterweight division before moving up.
- Many legendary boxers have competed in the welterweight class.
Meaning
The term ‘welterweight’ refers to a category of fighters who meet a certain weight limit, typically between 140 to 147 pounds (63.5 to 66.7 kg) in boxing and slightly different in mixed martial arts.
Synonyms
- None (specific to boxing terminology)
