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lightweight Definition

light·weight (lītwāt′)

noun

  1. one below normal weight
  2. a boxer between a junior lightweight and a junior welterweight, with a maximum weight of 135 pounds (61.24 kg)
  3. Informal a person of limited influence, intelligence, or competence

adjective

  1. light in weight
  2. of lightweights
  3. not serious

lightweight* Synonyms

lightweight*

n.

incompetent, bungler, stupid person, nebbish*; see failure 2, fool 1.

lightweight Usage Examples

Adjective modifier

  • Danish: Preview - who's coming to Henley Reports Danish lightweights edge closer to the Famous Five: Sunday report from the finals.

Modifies a noun

  • scull: Earlier in the day the B finals featured the GB lightweight men's four and the lightweight double scull.
  • stroller: We limited ourselves to two rucksacks and two daypacks plus a lightweight stroller.
  • headset: Intercom Systems We have a broad range of lightweight headsets that will connect directly to your existing intercom system.
  • chassis: The car benefits from an extremely lightweight chassis, which incorporates an aluminum shell ' stretched ' over a lattice frame.
  • jacket: The stolen jackets are light brown lightweight jackets with the BENCH logo across the back.
  • pushchair: You will want a compact and lightweight pushchair if you travel on public transport as you cannot expect anyone to help you!

Modifying Another Word

  • incredibly: Dance whenever, wherever and however the mood strikes in this incredibly lightweight, form fitting, revolutionary dance studio shoe.
  • extremely: An extremely lightweight model to satisfy the last enthusiasts of the leather boot.
  • exceptionally: Exceptionally lightweight and rapid drying, ideal for travel and expedition use.
  • surprisingly: The casing's solid construction adds durability to a surprisingly lightweight body.
  • relatively: It has moderate compressive and tensile strength, and is easy to handle and machine and is relatively lightweight.
  • fairly: Flat and fairly lightweight the 7in widescreen TFT display player offers you the chance to watch movies on the go at a decent size.

Infinitive complement

  • carry: Advantages: Small and lightweight enough to carry with you to the doctor's office or the pharmacy to discuss.

Used with adjective complement

  • use: On location we can provide full lighting services using lightweight, portable kits.
  • make: One prizewinner makes lightweight, portable desks and is increasing his workforce to 55.
  • remain: Your gear will remain lightweight because it won't absorb water and become heavy.
  • produce: This is essential when you are at the forefront of technological innovation producing lightweight, performance products.

Preposition: in

  • comparison: It is extremely lightweight in comparison and thus highly mobile and offers a more streamline design - ideal for those with more simplistic tastes.

Preposition: for

  • summer: Required clothing: Warm clothes and rainwear; lightweights for summer.