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ath⋅let⋅ics

  [ath-let-iks]
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–noun
1. (usually used with a plural verb) athletic sports, as running, rowing, or boxing.
2. British. track-and-field events.
3. (usually used with a singular verb) the practice of athletic exercises; the principles of athletic training.
Origin:
1595–1605; see athletic, -ics

Pronunciation note:
See athlete.
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ath·let·ics   (āth-lět'ĭks)   
n.   (used with a sing. or pl. verb)

  1. Activities, such as sports, exercises, and games, that require physical skill and stamina.

  2. The principles or system of training and practice for such activities.

The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fourth Edition
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