Synonyms for Heavyweight

Definition of heavyweight

noun
  1. an amateur boxer who weighs no more than 201 pounds
  2. a wrestler who weighs more than 214 pounds
  3. a professional boxer who weighs more than 190 pounds

7 synonyms found

Writing tips for "heavyweight"

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"Heavyweight" in song lyrics

See how heavyweight is used in real songs:

  • "Big money heavyweight"
    Birdman f/ Drake, Lil Wayne — 4 My Town (Play Ball)
  • "I'm heavyweight"
    Backbone f/ Cee-Lo (Goodie Mob), Joi — Lord Have Mercy
  • "Big Money Heavyweight"
    Big Tymers f/ Tateeze — Got Everything

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