cruiserweight
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of cruiserweight
First recorded in 1915–20; so called by metaphor, since a cruiser is the second heaviest naval ship
Example Sentences
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Former WBO cruiserweight champion Billam-Smith threw everything at Rozicki during an electric contest and finally found the breakthrough at the end of the seventh with a combination of hooks.
From BBC ● Jun. 6, 2026
The 39-year-old - a three-time undisputed champion who ruled at cruiserweight and heavyweight - found a way to win his 25th professional fight, but his opponent questioned the outcome.
From BBC ● May 23, 2026
Usyk, meanwhile, is one of boxing's most decorated fighters; an Olympic gold medallist, undisputed cruiserweight champion and two-time undisputed heavyweight champion who remains unbeaten in 24 professional bouts.
From BBC ● May 21, 2026
After winning gold at the 2012 Olympics, the Ukrainian has established himself as one of the pound-for-pound greats by achieving undisputed status at cruiserweight and, twice, at heavyweight.
From BBC ● May 21, 2026
Paul's defeat by Joshua saw the 29-year-old drop out of the WBA's cruiserweight rankings.
From BBC ● May 12, 2026
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