1. an athlete who competes in powerlifting, a strength sport involving three main lifts: the squat, bench press, and deadlift
Usage: countable noun; common in sports and fitness contexts

Examples

• The powerlifter trained six days a week to prepare for the national championship.
• She became a competitive powerlifter after years of recreational weightlifting.
• Professional powerlifters can lift several hundred pounds in each of the three main lifts.
• My brother is a powerlifter who specializes in the deadlift.
• The gym has a dedicated area for powerlifters to practice their technique.