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decathlon|dɛˈkæθlən|
[f. Gr. δέκα ten + ἄθλον contest.]
In the modern Olympic games, a composite contest consisting of ten specific events. Also attrib. Hence deˈcathlete n.
1912Times 16 July 13/1 The Decathlon was brought to a close to-day, the events to be decided being the pole jump, throwing the javelin..and 1,500 metres flat race. 1920Glasgow Herald 23 Aug. 10 In the stadium proper most of the morning was given up to a succession of Decathlon events, including hurdles, throwing the discus, and pole jump. 1928Daily Tel. 6 Nov. 19/4 The Springboks' Decathlon champion..broke down. 1968Evening Standard 9 Aug. 30/5 Britain's leading decathlete. 1970Encycl. Brit. VII. 154/2 Similar to the decathlon is the all-around championship of the U.S. Amateur Athletic Union. |