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welterweights

The word “welterweights” has 3 syllables: wel-ter-weights

It's pronounced as /ˈwɛltɚˌweɪts/

What is synonym and antonym for welterweights?

In the thesaurus, “welterweights” has 18 synonyms.

Here are synonyms for welterweights along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for welterweights

Meanings of welterweights

  • noun
    1. A boxer weighing more than a lightweight boxer and less than a middleweight boxer; someone boxing in the welterweight class.
    2. A weight of 28 pounds (or 40 pounds: a heavy welterweight), sometimes imposed in addition to weight for age, chiefly in steeplechases and hurdle races.

Example Sentences

  • The match featured two of the top welterweights in the world.
  • Many famous welterweights have gone on to become boxing legends.
  • The tournament gathered skilled welterweights from across the country.
  • Young fighters often aspire to compete against experienced welterweights.
  • The crowd cheered loudly as the welterweights entered the ring.

On this page you'll find 18 synonyms or another words to welterweights, such as: bantamweights, boxers, cruiserweights, featherweights, fighters, flyweights, gladiators.

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