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decathlete (s) (noun), decathletes (pl)
An athlete who takes part in or trains chiefly for an athletic contest which consists of ten events that include: the 100-meter, 400-meter, and 1,500-meter runs; the 110-meter high hurdles; the discus and javelin throws; the shot put; the pole vault; the high jump; and the long jump.
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