Meaning Of The Word Pentathlon

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What's The Definition Of Pentathlon?

pentathlon
countable noun: A pentathlon is an athletics competition in which each person must compete in five different events.

pentathlon in American English
an athletic contest in which each contestant takes part in five events (long jump, javelin throw, 200- meter dash, discus throw, and 1,500-meter run)
noun: an athletic contest comprising five different track and field events and won by the contestant gaining the highest total score

pentathlon in British English
noun: an athletic contest consisting of five different events, based on a competition in the ancient Greek Olympics

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