noun
- plural of pentathlon; athletic contests consisting of five different events
Usage: sports
Examples
- The modern pentathlons include fencing, swimming, equestrian show jumping, pistol shooting, and cross-country running.
- She competed in three pentathlons this season.
- The ancient Greek pentathlons featured discus, javelin, long jump, running, and wrestling.
- Olympic pentathlons test athletes’ versatility across multiple disciplines.
- Training for pentathlons requires expertise in diverse sports.
- The women’s pentathlons drew large crowds at the championship.