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ˈweigh-in
[f. the vbl. phr. to weigh in: see weigh v.1 7, 9.]
1. Boxing. The weighing-in of a boxer before a fight. See sense 9 a of the vb.
1939Sun (Baltimore) 28 June 15/1 The general might bring the subject up at the weigh-in and instruction period for the two fighters at noon to-morrow. 1946Daily Progress (Charlottesville, Va.) 18 June 7/4 Louis expected to remain at Pompton Lakes until just before the weigh-in. 1952L. A. G. Strong Darling Tom 138 At the weigh-in, each man had received instructions to scow at the other. 1974H. L. Foster Ribbin', Jivin', & Playin' Dozens vi. 251 Boxers at weigh-ins usually attempt to psych one another.
2. Angling. The weighing of the anglers' catch at the end of a competition. See sense 7 g of the vb.
1949Club Anglers' Jrnl. Oct. 14/2 A good weigh-in, topped by a splendid bag of roach. 1971Rocquaine Regatta: Programme (Guernsey) 7 Event 1–8.00 a.m. Sea Angling. Start at Imperial Hotel 8.00 a.m.—weigh-in 10.30 a.m. 1972Shooting Times & Country Mag. 1 July 16/1 The weigh-in caused great excitement as individual catches were very close. |