A discus is a disk-shapedhaving a flat, round shape like a disc object used in throwingsending something through the air with your hand events in track and field. It can also referto mean or point to something else to the throwing event itself.
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Pronunciation
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Accent: General American English
IPA: /ˈdɪskəs/
Easy pronunciation: DIS-kus (approximate spelling).
Stress: Stress the first syllable.
This is the noun meaning a disk used in throwing competitions.
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Discus Meaning
a heavy, flat disc thrown in track and field
Part of speech: noun
Definition: a disk used in throwing competitions
Example: She trained for months to improve her discus throw.
Synonyms for this meaning:
- saucer — Only a loose shape-based match; it is not a true standard synonym in sports usage.
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Other Meanings of Discus
Meaning 2
the track-and-field event where athletes throw a discus
Part of speech: noun
Definition: an athletic competition in which a disk-shaped object is thrown as far as possible
Example: He won the discus at the school championships.
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Discus Synonyms
Similar Meaning
- saucer
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Common Mistakes
- People sometimes confuse discus with 'discussion,' but they are unrelated words.
- Discus can mean the throwing implement or the event, so context matters.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does discus mean?
Discus usually means the round, flat object thrown in track and field. It can also mean the throwing event itself.
Is discus a noun?
Yes. Discus is a noun.
What is the synonym of discus?
The only supplied synonym is 'saucer,' but that is only a loose shape-based match, not a strong everyday synonym.
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