different between lightweight vs cobwebby

English

Alternative forms

• light-weight

Etymology

From light (“not heavy”, adjective) +? weight (noun).

Pronunciation

• (noun): (US) IPA^(key): /?la?t.we?t/
• (adjective): (US) IPA^(key): /la?t?we?t/

Noun

lightweight (plural lightweights)

1. (combat sports) A particular weight class, or member of such, as prescribed by the rules, between that of the heavier welterweight and the lighter featherweight. See Wikipedia for the specifics of each sport.
2. (rowing) A particular weight category as prescribed by the rules, separate from an open or heavyweight class.
3. (weightlifting) A competitive weight division as prescribed by the rules, between the heavier middleweight and the lighter featherweight.
4. One of little consequence or ability.
5. A person who cannot handle their drink; one who gets drunk on very little alcohol.
   1. (by extension) A person with low endurance.
6. A political candidate with little chance of winning

Translations

Adjective

lightweight (comparative more lightweight, superlative most lightweight)

1. Lacking in earnestness, ability, or profundity
2. Having less than average weight
3. Lacking in strength
4. (computing) Having a small footprint or performance impact

Translations

English

Etymology

cobweb +? -y

Adjective

cobwebby (comparative cobwebbier, superlative cobwebbiest)

1. Having many cobwebs.
2. Resembling a cobweb or cobwebs.
3. (figuratively) Old or dated.

Synonyms

• (having many cobwebs): cobwebbed
• (resembling a cobweb): spider-webby
• (old, dated): aged, cobwebbed, hoary; see also Thesaurus:old or Thesaurus:obsolete