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lampadrome (n.)
A race run by young men with lighted torches in their hands. He who reached the goal first, with his torch unextinguished, gained the prize.
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A race run by young men with lighted torches in their hands. He who reached the goal first, with his torch unextinguished, gained the prize.
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The term lampadrome derives from Greek roots and literally translates as "torch race."
Lampadrome is a word used to describe a relay race, particularly those involving torches.
Lampadrome competitions were prevalent in ancient Greece during the Panathenaic Games, honoring the deity Athena.
The lampadrome race course was a designated track meant specifically for torch relay races.
