marathon runner
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Definition
Noun: A person who competes in long-distance running events, specifically the marathon, which is a foot race with an official distance of 42.195 kilometers (26.219 miles).
Usage
The term "marathon runner" specifically describes an athlete whose primary competitive focus is the marathon distance. It emphasizes participation in the event itself. - She trained for years to become a professional marathon runner. - The marathon runners gathered at the starting line before dawn.
Advanced Usage
- The term can imply a dedicated focus on endurance and specific training regimens required for the marathon distance, distinguishing such athletes from other long-distance runners like sprinters or middle-distance runners.
- It is often used in contexts discussing training, endurance, physiology, and major racing events like the Boston or New York City Marathon.
Variants and Related Words
- Marathoner (noun): A direct synonym for "marathon runner."
- He is an accomplished marathoner with several wins.
- Long-distance runner (noun): A broader term for runners who compete in events longer than middle-distance, which includes but is not limited to marathon runners.
- As a long-distance runner, she competes in events from 5k to the marathon.
Synonyms
- Marathoner
- Distance runner (in the specific context of the marathon)
- Endurance athlete (broader, but applicable)
Related Phrases
- To run a marathon: The action performed by a marathon runner.
- Her goal is to run a marathon in under three hours.
Noun
- someone who participates in long-distance races (especially in marathons)