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bib number
A number that a participant receives at a competition, especially a race, for identification and usually wears visibly on their clothing.
Der Marathonläufer mit der Startnummer 178 führt das Feld an.
The marathon runner with bib number 178 is leading the field.
The word is composed of 'Start' (start) and 'Nummer' (number). It therefore literally refers to the number you receive for the start of a competition.
Jeder Teilnehmer muss seine Startnummer gut sichtbar befestigen.
Every participant must attach their bib number so that it is clearly visible.
Common verbs connected with 'Startnummer' (bib number) are 'eine Startnummer bekommen' (to get a bib number), 'eine Startnummer tragen' (to wear a bib number), or 'seine Startnummer abholen' (to pick up one's bib number).
Vor dem Rennen müssen alle Läufer ihre Startnummer abholen.
Before the race, all runners have to pick up their bib number.
This word is used almost exclusively in the context of sports competitions such as runs, cycling races, or ski races.
Die Kamera folgte dem Skifahrer mit der Startnummer eins.
The camera followed the skier with bib number one.
