broad jump

noun

: long jump
broad jumper noun

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During his pro day in March, Konga impressed with his vertical jump, broad jump and 10-yard split. — Kansas City Star, 20 Apr. 2026 His 10-foot, 10-inch broad jump is second all-time behind Green’s 11-foot, 2-inch broad jump. — Andrew McCarty, MSNBC Newsweek, 31 Mar. 2026 The filters can include 40 times, broad jump distance and production metrics based on the level of competition, among many other things. — Antonio Morales, New York Times, 1 May 2026 In addition, young runners can check out the Track & Field Zone to try their skills at mini hurdles, standing broad jumps, agility ladders and more. — AJC.com, 29 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for broad jump

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First Known Use

1858, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of broad jump was in 1858

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“Broad jump.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/broad%20jump. Accessed 8 Jul. 2026.

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broad jump

noun
: long jump
broad jumper noun

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