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battle of marathon

 

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Noun battle of marathon has 1 sense
  1. Marathon, battle of Marathon - a battle in 490 BC in which the Athenians and their allies defeated the Persians
    --1 is a kind of pitched battle

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Battle of Marathon

Definition: The Battle of Marathon was a military campaign fought in 490 BC between the Persian Empire and the city-state of Athens. It is considered a pivotal event in the Greco-Persian Wars, as the outnumbered Athenians successfully repelled the Persian invasion force.

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense 1: A historical battle fought between the Persian Empire and Athens

Example Sentence 1: The Battle of Marathon is often regarded as a symbol of the Greek resistance against Persian aggression.

Example Sentence 2: The Athenian army emerged victorious in the Battle of Marathon, securing their independence.

Sense 2: A long-distance running event based on the ancient legend of a Greek messenger running from Marathon to Athens

Example Sentence 1: He trained tirelessly for months to participate in the renowned Marathon race.

Example Sentence 2: The Marathon is one of the most prestigious events in the world of long-distance running.

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