noun
- a running race longer than a traditional marathon (26.2 miles), typically 50 kilometers, 50 miles, 100 kilometers, or 100 miles
Usage: sports
Examples
- She trained for months before attempting her first ultramarathon.
- The 50-mile ultramarathon through the mountains was extremely challenging.
- Many ultramarathon runners prefer trail courses over road races.
- He completed the 100-kilometer ultramarathon in under 12 hours.
- The ultramarathon required runners to carry their own water and supplies.
- Training for an ultramarathon demands both physical and mental preparation.