cruiserweight

/ˌkruzərˈweɪt/
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Definitions of cruiserweight
  1. noun
    a professional boxer who weighs between 169 and 175 pounds
    synonyms: light heavyweight
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    type of:
    gladiator, prizefighter
    a professional boxer
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