Definition

Proper noun: * Mildred Ella Didrikson: The full name of an outstanding American athlete, widely considered one of the greatest female athletes of the 20th century. She achieved excellence in multiple sports, most notably track and field and golf.

Usage

• The name "Mildred Ella Didrikson" is used to refer to the historical figure and her athletic accomplishments.
• It is often used in biographical, historical, and sports-related contexts.

Examples

• Proper noun:
  • Mildred Ella Didrikson won two gold medals and one silver in track and field at the 1932 Olympic Games.
  • The biography details the life and career of Mildred Ella Didrikson.
  • Many sports historians study the achievements of Mildred Ella Didrikson.

Advanced Usage

• The name is frequently shortened to her nickname, "Babe" Didrikson Zaharias, which includes her married surname. However, "Mildred Ella Didrikson" refers specifically to her birth name and early career.

Variants and Related Words

• Babe Didrikson: A common nickname.
• Babe Zaharias or Babe Didrikson Zaharias: Her name after marriage, combining her nickname and married surname.
• Didrikson: Sometimes used alone as a surname reference.

Synonyms

• Babe Zaharias (post-marriage name)
• The Babe (a common reference in sports contexts)

Notes on Meaning

• The primary meaning is as a proper noun identifying a specific, renowned individual.
• The name itself has become synonymous with exceptional multi-sport athletic prowess.

Noun

1. outstanding United States athlete (1914-1956)