pentathlon的词源

英文词源

pentathlon (n.)

athletic contest of five events, 1852, from Greek pentathlon "the contest of five exercises," from pente "five" (see five) + athlon "prize, contest," of uncertain origin. Earlier in English in Latin form pentathlum (1706). The Greek version consisted of jumping, sprinting, discus and spear throwing, and wrestling. The modern version (1912) consists of horseback riding, fencing, shooting, swimming, and cross-country running.

中文词源

pentathlon：五项全能运动

penta-,五，-athlon,运动，词源同athlete.

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