peridromos

/periˈdrɔmos/

Definitions

1. noun

In ancient Greece, a peridromos was a spectator who watched a race or competition, especially from a fixed point.

“At the ancient Olympic Games, a large crowd of peridromoi cheered on their favorite athletes.”

2. noun

A peridromos can also refer to a circuit or route that one follows, especially when traveling or competing.

“The peridromos for the marathon took runners through several scenic neighborhoods.”

Synonyms

  • onlooker
  • spectator
  • spectatorship

Antonyms

  • competitor
  • participant