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cruiserweight
[ kroo-zer-weyt ]
noun
- a light-heavyweight boxer.
cruiserweight
/ ˈːəˌɱɪ /
noun
- boxing another term (esp Brit) for light heavyweight
Word History and Origins
Origin of cruiserweight1
Example Sentences
The Ukrainian, who was also undisputed champion at cruiserweight, has suggested he will retire after two more fights.
Usyk was undisputed champion at cruiserweight before stepping up to heavyweight and achieving the same feat.
The two-weight undisputed champion has teased a move back down to cruiserweight, but that seems more a personal desire rather than something which makes the most financial sense.
Former WBO cruiserweight champion Johnny Nelson said on Sky Sports he had the fight "a little bit closer" than the judges.
Usyk, an Olympic gold medallist and former undisputed cruiserweight champion, extended his undefeated record to 23 pro wins.
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