athletics

[ath-let-iks]

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noun

(usually used with a plural verb) athletic sports, as running, rowing, or boxing.

British. track-and-field events.

(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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athletics (æθˈlɛtɪks)

—n
1.	a. track and field events
	b. (as modifier): an athletics meeting
2.	sports or exercises engaged in by athletes
3.	the theory or practice of athletic activities and training

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