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hurdler

 

[ ˈhɜːrdlər ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

sports event

A hurdler is an athlete who competes in hurdle races. These races involve running and jumping over barriers known as hurdles. Hurdles are set at specific heights and distances according to the race's category. Hurdling requires a combination of speed, agility, and technique. It is a popular event in track and field competitions, including the Olympics.

Synonyms

athlete, runner, track and field competitor

Examples of usage

  • The hurdler won a gold medal at the Olympics.
  • She trains daily to improve her hurdles technique.
  • During the race, the experienced hurdler effortlessly cleared each obstacle.
  • His background in gymnastics helped him become a successful hurdler.

Translations

Translations of the word "hurdler" in other languages:

🇵🇹 atleta de obstáculos

🇮🇳 अवरोधक दौड़ने वाला

🇩🇪 Hürdenläufer

🇮🇩 pelari rintangan

🇺🇦 бігун з перешкодами

🇵🇱 biegacz przez płotki

🇯🇵 ハードラー

🇫🇷 coureur de haies

🇪🇸 corredor de vallas

🇹🇷 engelli koşucu

🇰🇷 허들 선수

🇸🇦 عداء الحواجز

🇨🇿 překážkář

🇸🇰 prekážkar

🇨🇳 跨栏运动员

🇸🇮 ovtar

🇮🇸 hindrunar hlaupari

🇰🇿 кедергілерді жүгіретін спортшы

🇬🇪 ბარიერის მორბენალი

🇦🇿 manevr edən qaçan

🇲🇽 corredor de obstáculos

Word origin

The term 'hurdler' originated from the word 'hurdle', which comes from the Old English word 'hyrdel', meaning a barrier or a fence. Hurdle races have their roots in ancient civilizations where running events were part of competitive festivals. The modern format of the sport began to take shape in the late 19th century, particularly in England and the United States. As track and field events became popular, hurdles were introduced as a testing ground for sprinting ability combined with jumping skills. The Olympic Games included hurdle events starting in 1900 for men and 1932 for women. Over the years, the techniques and training methods for hurdlers have evolved significantly, leading to the establishment of specific coaching strategies and practices. Today, hurdlers compete at various levels, from amateur to professional, and continue to break records in this exciting and challenging athletic discipline.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #39,952, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.