word
French
peloton
PEL-uh-ton
ˈpɛlətɒnListen
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Dictionary meaning
The main group of cyclists in a race, who benefit from slipstreaming each other.
History and origin
French — 'peloton' (small ball, pack) — because the group bunches together.
Examples
- The breakaway riders were caught by the peloton with two kilometres to go.
Common mispronunciations
peh-loh-TONPELL-uh-ton
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