geoi2 cung5舉重举重
Jyutpinggeoi2 cung5
Yalegéui chúhng
Definition
Weightlifting; a sport and competition of lifting a heavy barbell.
neutralsports
How it's used
Refers specifically to the competitive sport involving barbells rather than general strength training. While it functions as a noun for the sport, it can also be used as a verb phrase meaning to lift heavy weights. It is distinct from general fitness activities like gym training.
Examples
He really likes watching weightlifting competitions.
Do you know how many ways there are to play weightlifting?
Related words
Common phrases
weightlifting competition
weightlifter
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