51³Ō¹Ļ

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-thon

1

suffix

  1. indicating a large-scale event or operation of a specified kind

    telethon

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thon

2

/ ưɒ²Ō /

determiner

  1. a Scot word for yon

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51³Ō¹Ļ History and Origins

Origin of -thon1

C20: on the pattern of marathon

Origin of -thon2

C19: of uncertain origin
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Example Sentences

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ā€œDuring these last few days, we have been able to add diverse talent from many different countries around Central and South America, as well as the Caribbean,ā€ said Mariners director international scouting Frankie Thon Jr. said.

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ā€œGuanchez is someone we are really excited about bringing into the organization,ā€ Thon said.

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Thon’s scouting report: Aray, 16, is a 5-foot-10, right-handed pitcher with a well-rounded, 4-pitch mix.

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Thon’s scouting report: Arrieche, 22, is a 6-foot-2 right-handed pitcher with a mid-90’s fastball and a sweeping slider who has some experience in Venezuela winter ball.

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Thon’s scouting report: Castro, 18, is a 6-foot, right-handed pitcher with a balanced delivery who consistent throws strikes.

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