marathon

//ˈmærəθɒn//
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Noun

marathonSingular
marathonsPlural
1

A long-distance running race of 42.195 kilometers (26.2 miles), typically run on roads.

She trained for six months to run her first marathon.

2

Any prolonged or difficult task, activity, or event requiring great endurance.

The meeting turned into a marathon that lasted over five hours.

Adjective

marathonCanonical form
1

Lasting an unusually long time; requiring great endurance.

The marathon meeting lasted over six hours.

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