Definition Synonyms
Definition of lightweight - Reverso English Dictionary
Adjective
1.
weightweighing less than similar items
- This lightweight jacket is perfect for summer.
2.
importancenot serious or important
- The movie was a lightweight comedy.
3.
technologyhaving a small performance impact
- The app is lightweight and runs smoothly on older devices.
Noun
1.
boxing categoryTECH. boxer weighing between 126 and 135 poundsTECH.
- He trained hard to compete as a lightweight..
2.
- She's a lightweight when it comes to drinking.
3.
- He's considered a lightweight in the political arena.
Expressions with lightweight
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extremely light in weight, even more than lightweight
This super-lightweight jacket is perfect for summer hikes.
concrete offering better insulation and ease of handling
They chose lightweight concrete for its insulation properties.
boxing class for fighters weighing between 126 and 130 pounds
He won the title in the junior lightweight division last year..
Origin of lightweight
Old English, leoht (light) + wihte (weight)
Terms with lightweight included in their meaning
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casual wear
lightweight shirt with short sleeves and no collar
furniture
lightweight folding chair used on beaches
clothing
lightweight sandal for beach use
cycling
lightweight jacket for cyclists, often weather-resistant
camping
lightweight portable bed for camping or military use
materials
made from lightweight bottle-sealing tree bark
vehicles
lightweight motorcycle for off-road use
clothing
lightweight shorts for sports or gym activities
clothing
skirt made of lightweight material
baby care
lightweight blanket for wrapping newborns
flying toy
toy flown in the air, typically colorful and lightweight
beachwear
lightweight shorts for swimming or sunbathing
portable iron
small lightweight iron for traveling
travel bag
lightweight bag used for short or weekend trips
material
lightweight silvery metal used in manufacturing
light shoes
lightweight shoes for ballet
clothing
lightweight shoes often used for casual wear
arts models
lightweight board with foam core used for crafts or models
camping
lightweight tent for use in mountains
technology
small, lightweight computer easy to carry
sports
lightweight sports teams or events
cycling
lightweight bicycle with narrow wheels and drop handlebars
blazer
casual jacket often lightweight, sometimes in club or school colors
tropical wear
lightweight hat for sun protection in hot climates
Examples of lightweight in a sentence
She preferred a lightweight laptop for travel. His speech was filled with lightweight remarks. The book is a lightweight read for the weekend. This lightweight software won't slow down your computer. The new browser is lightweight and efficient. The lightweight delivered a powerful punch in the final round.
As a lightweight, he had to maintain a strict diet. He's a lightweight, two beers and he's done. Being a lightweight, she avoids strong drinks. The editor dismissed him as a lightweight. No lightweight could manage that demanding role.
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- French:léger, poids léger, ...
- German:leicht, Leichtgewicht, ...
- Italian:leggero, peso leggero, ...
- Spanish:ligero, peso ligero, ...
- Portuguese:leve, categoria leve, ...
- Chinese:轻便的, 轻量级拳击手, ...
- Japanese:軽量の, ライト級ボクサー, ...
- Arabic:خَفِيف الوَزْن, وَزْنُ الخَفِيف, ...
- Hebrew:קַל, מִשְׁקַל קַל, ...
- Russian:лёгкий, боксер легкого веса, ...
- Ukrainian:легкий, легковаговик, ...
- Hindi:हल्का, लाइटवेट मुक्केबाज, ...
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