Meaning of the word "long jump" in English

What does "long jump" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

long jump

US /ˈlɔŋ ˌdʒʌmp/
UK /ˈlɒŋ ˌdʒʌmp/

Noun

an athletic event in which competitors jump as far as possible horizontally from a take-off point after a running start

Example:
She won a gold medal in the long jump at the Olympics.
Training for the long jump requires speed, strength, and technique.