Babe Zaharias

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Definition

Proper noun: * Babe Zaharias: The name of an outstanding American athlete, Mildred Ella "Babe" Didrikson Zaharias (1914-1956). She achieved fame for her exceptional abilities in multiple sports, most notably track and field, golf, and basketball.

Usage
  • Proper noun:
    • Babe Zaharias is often considered one of the greatest female athletes of the 20th century.
    • The museum exhibit featured the trophies and medals won by Babe Zaharias.
Advanced Usage
  • "the Babe Zaharias of her generation": Used as a metaphor or comparison to describe a modern female athlete who demonstrates extraordinary, multi-sport talent.
    • With her skill in both tennis and soccer, she was hailed as the Babe Zaharias of her generation.
Variants and Related Words
  • Babe Didrikson Zaharias: The full name, including her maiden name (Didrikson) and married name (Zaharias).
  • The Babe: A common nickname for her, similar to baseball player Babe Ruth.
Synonyms
  • All-around athlete
  • Multi-sport champion
  • Sports legend
Related Idioms
  • "A Babe Zaharias-type athlete": Describes an athlete whose prowess spans several different sports.
    • The college recruiters were looking for a Babe Zaharias-type athlete for their new women's sports program.
Noun
  1. outstanding United States athlete (1914-1956)