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Definition lightweight in British English

lightweight noun

[countable] noun
/ˈlaɪtˌweɪt/
1

someone who is not important or who does not have much influence

Example

an intellectual/political lightweight

Synonyms and related words
nonentity lightweight mediocrity
2

a boxer or wrestler who belongs to one of the lower weight divisions

Example

the former lightweight champion

Synonyms and related words
arm-wrestling bantamweight bare-knuckle
3

someone who becomes drunk very easily

Synonyms and related words
sot alcoholic drinker
Definition lightweight in British English