What is another word for decathlete?
Pronunciation: [dɪkˈaθliːt] (IPA) 
A decathlete is an athlete who competes in ten different track and field events. Synonyms for decathlete include "all-around athlete" and "multi-event athlete." Another term sometimes used is "heptathlete," which refers specifically to female athletes who compete in seven events. Other sports have their own versions of the decathlon, such as the modern pentathlon, which includes five events in fencing, swimming, equestrian, and combined running and shooting. The term "polyathlon" has also been used to describe events that include more than ten different sports or disciplines. Regardless of the label, these athletes are among the most versatile and well-rounded in the world of sports.
