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Definition of powerlifting

powerlifting

/ˈpaʊərˌlɪftɪŋ/
pow · er · lift · ing
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powerlifting Lexical Profile

powerlifting Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

A competitive strength sport in which athletes attempt to lift the maximum possible weight in three specific barbell exercises: the squat, the bench press, and the deadlift.

Example

"She began competing in powerlifting in college and eventually set a national record in the deadlift."

Word Nuance & Usage

Powerlifting should not be confused with Olympic weightlifting; while powerlifting tests maximal strength across the squat, bench press, and deadlift, Olympic weightlifting contests the snatch and the clean and jerk.

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