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ironman

/ˈaɪərnmæn/ /ˈaɪərnˌmæn/

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noun

Ironman, atleta extremadamente resistente

An extremely tough and strong athlete, especially one who competes in extreme athletic competitions or in a large number of games consecutively.

Examples :

"After finishing the marathon, everyone called Sarah an ironman for pushing through despite her injured knee. "

Después de terminar el maratón, todos llamaron a Sarah Ironman por seguir adelante a pesar de su rodilla lesionada.

sport person ability achievement

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Competición de Ironman

A form of surf lifesaving competition which combines swimming, board paddling, ski paddling and running.

Examples :

"The young lifeguard trained hard every day, hoping to one day compete in the ironman. "

El joven socorrista entrenaba duro todos los días, con la esperanza de competir algún día en el Ironman.

sport action event

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Ironman, triatlón extremo

An extreme form of triathlon, expecially one organised by the World Triathlon Corporation that comprises a 2.4 mile swim, a 112 mile bike race and a marathon run.

Examples :

"My uncle dedicated a whole year to training so he could finally complete an Ironman race. "

Mi tío dedicó un año entero a entrenar para poder completar finalmente una carrera de Ironman.

sport race achievement event

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El ganador de tal evento de salvamento o triatlón

(by extension) The winner of such a lifesaving event or triathlon.

Examples :

"After years of training, Maria finally became an Ironman at the Kona competition. "

Después de años de entrenamiento, María finalmente se convirtió en una Ironman en la competencia de Kona.

sport achievement person event