powerlifter
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/ˈpaʊərˌlɪftər/
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/ˈpaʊəˌlɪftə/
strength athlete
Etymology
Etymology Information
'powerlifter' originates from the combination of 'power' and 'lifter', where 'power' refers to strength and 'lifter' refers to someone who lifts weights.
Historical Evolution
'powerlifter' evolved from the term 'weightlifter', emphasizing the aspect of power and strength in lifting.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to someone who lifts weights, but over time it evolved to specifically denote athletes in the sport of powerlifting.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
an athlete who competes in the sport of powerlifting, which involves lifting maximum weights in the squat, bench press, and deadlift.
The powerlifter set a new world record in the deadlift.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45