Meaning Of The Word Discus

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discus
countable noun: A discus is a heavy circular object which athletes try to throw as far as they can as a sport.
singular noun: The discus is the sport of throwing a discus.

discus in American English
a heavy disk, usually made of metal and wood, that is thrown for distance as a test of strength and skill
noun: a circular disk more than 7 in. (18 cm) in diameter and 2.2 lb. (1 kg) in weight, usually wooden with a metal rim and thicker in the center than at the edge, for throwing for distance in athletic competition

discus in British English
noun: (originally) a circular stone or plate used in throwing competitions by the ancient Greeks

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