weight division
[/weɪt dɪˈvɪʒən/]
nounpl: weight divisions
categoria de peso
1. A classification system in combat sports (boxing, MMA, wrestling, weightlifting) that groups competitors by body weight to ensure fair competition
In boxing, there are multiple weight divisions ranging from flyweight to heavyweight.
No boxe, existem múltiplas categorias de peso, variando de peso mosca até peso pesado.
2. A specific weight range or category within such a classification system
He competed in the middleweight division for most of his career.
Ele competiu na categoria de peso médio durante a maior parte de sua carreira.
Weight divisions are fundamental to combat sports culture in both Brazil and the USA. Brazil has a strong MMA and boxing tradition, and the term 'categoria de peso' is widely understood among sports fans. In the USA, boxing weight divisions have historical significance dating back over a century, making this terminology essential to American sports vocabulary. The concept ensures competitive fairness and is central to how these sports are organized and broadcast.
Related Idioms & Phrases
move up in weight division
drop down to a lower weight division
defend one's weight division title
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