triathlon
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Noun — An endurance sporting event combining swimming, cycling, and running, completed one after another.
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Etymology
Formed from tri- ("three") plus the -athlon of decathlon and pentathlon, itself from Greek athlon, "contest."
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What does “triathlon” mean?
The word “triathlon” means an endurance sporting event combining swimming, cycling, and running, completed one after another. In plain terms, a race combining swimming, cycling, and running back to back.
How do you pronounce “triathlon”?
“Triathlon” is pronounced treye-ATH-lon (/tɹaɪˈæθˌlɑn/ in IPA).
How do you use “triathlon” in a sentence?
Here is “triathlon” used in a sentence: “She finished her first triathlon in just under three hours.”
What part of speech is “triathlon”?
“Triathlon” is a noun.
Where does the word “triathlon” come from?
The word “triathlon” comes from Greek. Formed from tri- ("three") plus the -athlon of decathlon and pentathlon, itself from Greek athlon, "contest.".