The Greek spelling or transliteration of diskus; an ancient Greek disk thrown in competition (predecessor to the modern discus).
Direct from Greek diskos. The ancient Greek athletic equipment, later adapted into modern Olympic sport as 'discus.'
The ancient Olympic athlete who threw the diskos is immortalized in the famous statue 'Discobolus,' and the weight and shape have barely changed in 2,500 years—one of sports' most conservative inheritances!
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