Welterweight
noun
A welterweight is a boxer or fighter whose weight is within a specific category, typically between 140 and 147 pounds (63.5 to 66.7 kg).
He won the match in the welterweight class.

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Neutral
welterweight championship,welterweight division,welterweight bout
noun
A term also used to refer to a state of confusion, chaos, or in a mass of things that are disorganized.
The room was a welterweight of clothes and bags that needed to be cleaned.

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Informal
welter of confusion,a welter of thoughts,in a welter
noun
A welterweight is a boxer or fighter whose weight is within a specific category, typically between 140 and 147 pounds (63.5 to 66.7 kg).
He won the match in the welterweight class.

Usage tips
Neutral
welterweight championship,welterweight division,welterweight bout
noun
A term also used to refer to a state of confusion, chaos, or in a mass of things that are disorganized.
The room was a welterweight of clothes and bags that needed to be cleaned.

Usage tips
Informal
welter of confusion,a welter of thoughts,in a welter
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Sports Terminology
In boxing, understanding weight classes is essential to know the competitive landscape.
In welterweight fights, fighters need agility and speed as well as strength.
Sports Terminology
In boxing, understanding weight classes is essential to know the competitive landscape.
In welterweight fights, fighters need agility and speed as well as strength.
Sports Terminology
In boxing, understanding weight classes is essential to know the competitive landscape.
In welterweight fights, fighters need agility and speed as well as strength.
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