marathoner

noun

mar·​a·​thon·​er ˈmer-ə-ˌthä-nər How to pronounce marathoner (audio)
ˈma-rə-
: someone (such as a runner) who takes part in a marathon
marathoning
ˈmer-ə-ˌthä-niŋ How to pronounce marathoner (audio)
ˈma-rə-
noun

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Doubling the amount of marathoners is a sprint to a year-end economic boost for all of Sacramento. — Ashley Sharp, CBS News, 4 June 2026 Having strength in depth — Kejelcha and Kiplimo are the two fastest half marathoners ever — ensures packs can be maintained for longer at faster speeds. — Liam Tharme, New York Times, 27 Apr. 2026 The marathoner and tennis player from Mexico City was not satisfied with doctor recommendations to do invasive surgery. — Wendy Grossman Kantor, PEOPLE, 21 June 2026 Unlike most marathoners who typically spend months preparing for their race, Cora’s opportunity to run New York last fall came together at the last minute. — Mac Cerullo, Boston Herald, 20 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for marathoner

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First Known Use

1923, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of marathoner was in 1923

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marathoner

noun
mar·​a·​thon·​er ˈmar-ə-ˌthän-ər How to pronounce marathoner (audio)
: one (as a runner) who takes part in a marathon
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