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biathlon

Biathlon (noun) means racing combining cross-country skiing and rifle shooting.

noun
1
Racing combining cross-country skiing and rifle shooting
2
a particular instance of such a race.
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Etymology

PIE word *dwóh₁ From bi- (prefix meaning ‘two; both’) + -athlon (suffix meaning ‘contest’), modelled after pentathlon.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of biathlon?

"biathlon" (noun) means racing combining cross-country skiing and rifle shooting.

What are the different meanings of biathlon?

"biathlon" has 2 main meanings: 1. Racing combining cross-country skiing and rifle shooting; 2. a particular instance of such a race.

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