decathlete

de·cath·lete

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Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [dih-kath-leet]
- /dɪˈkæθ lit/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [dih-kath-leet]
- /dɪˈkæθ lit/

Definitions of decathlete word

noun decathlete a participant in a decathlon 3
noun decathlete an athlete who takes part in or trains chiefly for a decathlon. 1
noun decathlete (athletics) an athlete who competes in a decathlon. 1

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Origin of decathlete

First appearance:

before 1965

One of the 2% newest English words

1965-70; blend of decathlon and athlete

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Parts of speech for Decathlete

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decathlete popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 50% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.

According to our data about 58% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.

decathlete usage trend in Literature

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