Ultramarathon

Pronunciation: /ʌltrəˈmærəθɒn/

Definitions of ultramarathon

noun a long-distance running race longer than the traditional marathon distance of 26.2 miles

Example Sentences

A1 An ultramarathon is a very long race.

A2 She trained for months to compete in an ultramarathon.

B1 Participants in the ultramarathon faced extreme weather conditions.

B2 The ultramarathon course included challenging terrain and elevation changes.

C1 Winning an ultramarathon requires not only physical endurance but also mental toughness.

C2 The ultramarathon champion set a new world record for the longest distance run in 24 hours.

Examples of ultramarathon in a Sentence

formal The athlete trained rigorously for months in preparation for the ultramarathon.

informal I can't believe he's actually running an ultramarathon, that's insane!

slang Running an ultramarathon is no joke, it's next level crazy.

figurative Embarking on a new business venture can feel like running an ultramarathon, requiring endurance and determination.

Grammatical Forms of ultramarathon

• plural: ultramarathons
• comparative: more ultramarathon
• superlative: most ultramarathon
• present tense: ultramarathon
• future tense: will ultramarathon
• perfect tense: has ultramarathoned
• continuous tense: is ultramarathoning
• singular: ultramarathon
• positive degree: ultramarathon
• infinitive: to ultramarathon
• gerund: ultramarathoning
• participle: ultramarathoned

Origin and Evolution of ultramarathon

First Known Use: 1977 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'ultramarathon' originates from the Latin words 'ultra' meaning beyond and 'marathon' referring to the famous historical battle of Marathon.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe races longer than the traditional marathon distance of 26.2 miles, the term 'ultramarathon' has evolved to encompass a wide range of long-distance running events exceeding 26.2 miles, often taking place in challenging terrains and conditions.