weightlifting contest
nounUK /ˈweɪt.lɪf.tɪŋ ˈkɒn.test/
US /ˈweɪt.lɪf.tɪŋ ˈkɑːn.test/
A game where people try to lift heavy things to see who is strongest.
My uncle won a weightlifting contest by lifting a very heavy bar.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A sports event where lifters compete in the snatch and clean and jerk.
The Olympic weightlifting contest lasted all afternoon.
3. A friendly challenge to see who can lift the most weight.
The gym held a weightlifting contest for its members.
4. A formal competition judged by officials who check each lift.
Judges watched every lift at the weightlifting contest.