carl lewis
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Definition
Proper noun: - Carl Lewis: An American track and field athlete, widely regarded as one of the greatest Olympians of all time. He is specifically known for winning gold medals in sprinting and jumping events.
Usage
- Proper noun:
- Carl Lewis won four gold medals at the 1984 Los Angeles Olympics.
- The long jump record set by Carl Lewis stood for many years.
Advanced Usage
- "a Carl Lewis-like performance": Used to describe an exceptional athletic achievement, particularly in sprinting or jumping, that evokes the dominance and skill of the athlete.
- The young sprinter put on a Carl Lewis-like performance, winning both the 100m and the long jump.
Variants and Related Words
- Frederick Carlton Lewis: His full birth name.
- "Lewis": Often used alone in sports contexts to refer to him, especially when the context is clear.
- In the 1980s, Lewis was the man to beat in the sprints.
Synonyms
- Olympic champion: A general term for an athlete who has won a gold medal at the Olympic Games.
- Track and field legend: A term for a historically significant and celebrated athlete in the sport.
Related Phrases
- To pull a Carl Lewis: (Informal, sports jargon) To successfully win multiple events in a major competition, especially sprints and jumps.
- He's trying to pull a Carl Lewis and double in the 100m and long jump this season.
Noun
- United States athlete who won gold medals at the Olympics for his skill in sprinting and jumping (born in 1961)