marathoning

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /mɛrˈæθənɪŋ/

KK: /mɛrˈæθənɪŋ/

noun

Definition

The activity of running a long-distance race that is typically 26.2 miles (42.195 kilometers) long.

Example

She has been training for marathoning for several months to prepare for the big race.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about marathoning?

Not really, but it sounds like a fun challenge.

I think it would be amazing to train for a marathon together.

That would be awesome! We could support each other through the whole process.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

running

racing

jogging

Antonyms

stopping

resting

pausing

Root Explanation

Marathoning is derived from 'Marathon' (from the Greek 'Marathon', referring to the site of the Battle of Marathon in 490 BC) and the suffix '-ing' (indicating the action or process of). The term refers to the action of running a marathon, which is a long-distance race of 26.2 miles.

Memory Tip

Think of the historical site 'Marathon' where a significant battle took place, and remember that 'marathoning' means the action of running a long race, just like the famous run from Marathon to Athens.

Visually Confused Words

No commonly confused words.