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MARATHON

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 5 meanings of the word Marathon.

How to pronounce marathon:

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Marathon - as a noun

Any long and arduous undertaking

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
endurance contest

A battle in 490 bc in which the athenians and their allies defeated the persians

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
battle of marathon

A footrace of 26 miles 385 yards

Marathon - as a verb

To run a marathon.

To watch or read a large number of instalments of (a film, book, tv series, etc.) in one sitting.

Example: "We're going to marathon star trek next weekend."

Example Sentences

"She trained for months to run her first marathon."
"The New York City Marathon is one of the most renowned marathons in the world."
"He finished the marathon in just under three hours."
"Participating in a marathon requires physical endurance and mental resilience."
"The charity organized a marathon to raise funds for cancer research."
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Word Game Points

Is MARATHON a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, marathon is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

MARATHON has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is MARATHON a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, marathon is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
MARATHON has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.

Is MARATHON a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, marathon is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
MARATHON has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.

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