athletics

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See also: Athletics

English

Etymology

From athlete +‎ -ics.

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /æθˈlɛtɪks/
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Noun

athletics

  1. (sports, especially Britain) A group of sporting activities including track and field, road running, cross country and racewalking.
  2. (sports, especially US) Physical activities such as sports and games requiring stamina, fitness and skill.

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Noun

athletics

  1. plural of athletic