Jesse Owens
Definition
- Proper noun:
- An American track and field athlete: Jesse Owens was a United States athlete, specifically a Black American, who achieved legendary status for his performances in sprinting and long jump.
- A historical figure known for defying Nazi ideology: He is renowned for winning four gold medals at the 1936 Olympic Games in Berlin, an achievement that contradicted Adolf Hitler's propaganda of Aryan supremacy.
Usage Examples
- Proper noun:
- Jesse Owens is celebrated as one of the greatest athletes in history.
- The story of Jesse Owens at the 1936 Olympics is a powerful lesson in courage and excellence.
Advanced Usage
- "a Jesse Owens-like performance": used to describe an athletic achievement of extraordinary and historic dominance.
- The young sprinter's four gold medals were a Jesse Owens-like performance.
Variants and Related Words
- Owens: A common shorthand reference for the athlete.
- Owens' victories were a landmark moment in sports history.
Synonyms
- Olympic champion: A winner at the Olympic Games.
- Track star: A famous runner in track and field events.
Related Idioms and Phrases
- "Doing a Jesse Owens": (Informal, historical) To achieve a great victory against significant odds or in the face of prejudice.
- By winning decisively despite the hostile atmosphere, the team felt they were doing a Jesse Owens.
Noun
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United States athlete and Black American whose success in the 1936 Olympic Games in Berlin outraged Hitler (1913-1980)
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