Vocabulary Entry

featherweight

|noun • adjective

noun

A class of competitors in sports or contests, especially boxing or wrestling, who weigh no more than a specified weight limit.

Example Sentences

"The featherweight championship match attracted a large crowd."

"She trains rigorously to maintain her position as the top featherweight fighter."

"His victory in the featherweight division earned him national recognition."

adjective

Example Sentences

"He is a featherweight boxer known for his quick movements."

"The featherweight division is often considered the most competitive."

"She has a featherweight style that allows her to evade stronger opponents."