Omnium

usgb/ˈɑːmniəm/
noun

A cycle racing event consisting of several different races.

He won the gold medal in the men's omnium at the Olympics.
Visual representation of "omnium" - A cycle racing event consisting of several different races.

Often appears as...

  • men's omnium
  • women's omnium
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Cycling Event

Omnium in this context refers to a multi-race cycling competition, not just a single race.

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The cyclist trained hard for the omnium, knowing it included multiple events.
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Sports Usage

'Omnium' is specifically used in track cycling, and using it in another sport may confuse listeners.

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The commentator excitedly announced the start of the omnium.
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Olympic Term

Omnium is commonly heard during the Olympics, so associate it with major sporting events.

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Viewers worldwide watched the Olympic omnium with great interest.
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