Triple Jump (Noun)
Meaning
An athletic contest in which a competitor must perform successively a hop and a step and a jump in continuous movement.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural events.
Examples
- The triple jump is a highly technical event that requires a great deal of practice to master.
- She set a new personal best in the triple jump at the state championships.
- The crowd held its breath as the athlete launched into the final jump of the triple jump competition.
- His coach had been working with him on his technique in the triple jump all season.
- The triple jump is one of the most exciting events to watch at the track and field meet.