1. an athlete who competes in biathlon, a winter sport combining cross-country skiing and rifle shooting

Examples

• The Norwegian biathlete won three medals at the Winter Olympics.
• She trained for years to become a professional biathlete.
• The biathlete missed two targets at the shooting range.
• Young biathletes must master both skiing technique and marksmanship.
• The biathlete’s heart rate was still elevated when she reached the shooting station.
• He is considered one of the greatest biathletes of all time.
• The biathlete struggled with the windy conditions during the race.