What is another word for steeplechaser?
Pronunciation: [stˈiːplɪt͡ʃˌe͡ɪsə] (IPA) 
A steeplechaser is an athlete who competes in the sport of steeplechase, a distance running event that involves jumping over obstacles such as water jumps and hurdles. The word steeplechaser can be synonymously substituted with the words hurdle racer, fence jumper or an obstacle runner. These words more aptly describe the actions and movements of the athlete as they compete in the race. Other words that can be used synonymously with steeplechaser are event runner, distance runner, or track athlete, which more generally describe the athlete's participation in other track and field events outside of steeplechase.
