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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

welterweight

/ˈwɛltərwɪt/ noun · British & US
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What does welterweight mean?

noun

A boxer or wrestler weighing up to 154 pounds (69.85 kg) in professional boxing, or up to 70 kg in amateur boxing.

Example

"The welterweight champion won the title by defeating his opponent in a closely contested match."

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