heptathlete


hep·tath·lete

noun \hep-ˈtath-ˌlēt\

Definition of HEPTATHLETE

: an athlete who competes in a heptathlon

Origin of HEPTATHLETE

blend of heptathlon and athlete
First Known Use: 1981

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