noun
- plural of heptathlon; athletic competitions consisting of seven different track-and-field events contested by a single competitor
Usage: commonly used in women's track and field; the men's equivalent is typically the decathlon
Examples
- She trained for months to prepare for the heptathlons scheduled for the summer season.
- The Olympic heptathlons showcase athletes' versatility across sprinting, jumping, and throwing events.
- Many young athletes compete in heptathlons to develop well-rounded track-and-field skills.
- The results of the heptathlons were announced after all seven events were completed.
- Professional heptathlons require competitors to excel in both speed and strength disciplines.