flyweight
/ˈflaɪˌweɪt/
adjective
- Relating to or characteristic of the flyweight weight class.
- She follows a strict diet to stay in flyweight condition.
- The flyweight champion defended his title last night.
- Flyweight fighters often have a higher punch output than heavier boxers.
noun
- A weight class in boxing and other combat sports for the lightest competitors, typically up to 112 pounds (51 kg).
- He won the gold medal in the flyweight division at the Olympics.
- She competes as a flyweight in mixed martial arts.
- Flyweight boxers are known for their speed and agility in the ring.
- A person or animal in the flyweight class.
- Many flyweights train hard to maintain their weight before a fight.
- The young flyweight showed great promise in his first professional bout.
- The flyweight weighed in at exactly 112 pounds for the match.