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Definition of cruiserweight

cruiserweight

/ˈkruːzərˌweɪt/
cruis · er · weight
Plural:cruiserweights
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cruiserweight Lexical Profile

cruiserweight Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

A weight class in professional boxing and other combat sports positioned between light heavyweight and heavyweight, typically with an upper limit of 200 pounds (90.7 kg).

Example

"After dominating the light heavyweight division for three years, the champion announced his move up to cruiserweight."

2

A boxer or other combat athlete who competes in the weight division between light heavyweight and heavyweight.

Example

"The undefeated cruiserweight defended his title in a unanimous twelve-round decision."

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• Nearby Words

cruet
cruise
cruiser
cruiserweight
cruller
crumb
crumble

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the late 20th century as a compound of 'cruiser' and 'weight', comparing a boxer who is smaller and faster than a heavyweight to a naval cruiser, which is smaller and faster than a battleship.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Cruiserweight. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/cruiserweight
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