midweight

Midweight is a generic descriptor used to designate a middle-range weight or size within a category. The exact boundaries vary by domain, but the term generally implies more substance than light-weight variants and less than heavy or heavyweight counterparts. It is common in textiles, paper products, and sports weight classes, among other contexts.

In fabrics, midweight denotes a versatile range suitable for durable garments and accessories. It often includes materials such as denim, twill, canvas, and many wool blends. In denim, midweight commonly refers to about 12–14 ounces per square yard (roughly 340–470 g per m2). Other midweight fabrics might run roughly 150–300 g/m2 depending on fiber and weave.

In paper and card production, midweight describes paper that sits between standard office weights and heavyweight cover stock. It frequently encompasses roughly 90–200 g/m2, or about 24–80 lb text or 60–110 lb cover grades, depending on market and region.

In sports and combat disciplines, midweight or middleweight is a formal weight class between lighter categories and heavier ones. Exact limits vary: for example, in boxing the middleweight limit is around 160 pounds (72.5 kg); in mixed martial arts, the middleweight limit is commonly 185 pounds (84 kg).

Because the phrase is relative, definitions of midweight are context-specific. Manufacturers and retailers often include precise weights in product specifications to avoid ambiguity.