marathons
n. countable B1 Intermediate US //ˈmɛɹəˌθɑnz// UK //mˈæɹəθənz// marathons
n. long-distance running races that are exactly 42.195 kilometers long. You can also use this word to describe any activity that lasts a very long time and requires a lot of effort.
n. long-distance running races with an official distance of 42.195 kilometres; by extension, any activities or events characterised by great length or endurance.
She has completed three marathons this year.
After training for six months, he finally felt ready to compete in one of the major city marathons.
The weekend featured back-to-back movie marathons, challenging even the most dedicated cinema fans to stay awake through twenty hours of continuous screenings.
Usage
Often used metaphorically to describe long tasks, such as 'coding marathons' or 'negotiation marathons'.