light weight
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of light weight
First recorded in 1765–75
Example Sentences
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The boats are made of aluminum, whose light weight helps them move swiftly to a target speed of about 14 knots, which is about 16 miles per hour, said one of Vela’s founders, Michaël Fernandez-Ferri.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 22, 2026
Sea silk became famous for its shimmering golden color, light weight, and exceptional durability.
From Science Daily ● Jun. 12, 2026
They’ve attracted a wide following thanks to their light weight and versatility.
From Barron's ● Nov. 14, 2025
The film can jam up the machinery — not only potentially destroying expensive technology but imperiling workers — or, because of its light weight, get sorted into paper waste and contaminate it, making it unsellable.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 19, 2024
A model called the Nylon 66, no longer in production, it was a favorite of Alaska trappers because of its light weight and reliability.
From "Into the Wild" by Jon Krakauer
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