heavyweight

//ˈhɛviˌweɪt//
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Noun

heavyweightSingular
heavyweightsPlural
1

A boxer or other competitor in the heaviest weight class, typically over 200 pounds (91 kg) in professional boxing.

He became the world heavyweight champion at the age of 25.

2

A person or thing of great importance, influence, or power in a particular field.

She is a heavyweight in the tech industry.

Adjective

heavyweightCanonical form
1

Of the heaviest weight category in boxing or other sports.

He became the heavyweight champion of the world.

2

Serious, important, or influential.

She is a heavyweight figure in the tech industry.

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