Definition of "weigh-in" []

• An official weighing of the participants in an athletic contest, such as in a boxing or wrestling match, in order to ensure that they weigh within the limits stipulated for the event. (noun)

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• "When we got to the gym for the weigh-in, emotions were high to say the least."
• "Following a spirited (yet ultimately disappointing) combined Press Conference and weigh-in, when both combatants landed some dainty bitchslaps but failed to provide a knockout blow, the UFC-style fight is to be held next Saturday night in the O2 Arena."
• "Each episode ends with a group therapy session and weigh-in."