Definition

A person who competes in races that are one mile long.

Example

The miler trained hard to prepare for the upcoming race.

Conversation

Did you see the new miler training program at the gym?

Yeah, I heard it's designed to improve speed for long-distance runners.

I think I might join it since I've always wanted to become a faster miler.

That's a great idea! It could really help you in your races.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Miler → It is formed from 'mile' (from Old French *mile*, meaning a unit of distance) and '-er' (meaning a person who). A miler is a person who runs a mile, typically in a race.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who runs a specific distance, a 'mile' — and the '-er' just means a person. A miler is someone who runs a mile.

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