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athletics

[ ath-let-iks ]

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.


athletics

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noun

    1. track and field events
    2. ( as modifier )

      an athletics meeting

  1. sports or exercises engaged in by athletes
  2. the theory or practice of athletic activities and training
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Pronunciation Note

See athlete.
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˜yÐÄvlog History and Origins

Origin of athletics1

First recorded in 1595–1605; athletic, -ics
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About 30% of its campus was damaged or destroyed, including some classroom buildings and athletics facilities.

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"Representing your country is a privilege, and in athletics is earned via a qualifying process, which while not always perfect, gives everyone the same chances to gain selection," Connor wrote.

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Norwegian athletics coach Gjert Ingebrigtsen told a court on Monday he "loves" his children and was just an "overly protective" father as he denied abuse allegations.

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He admitted to being the most "uncooperative kid in school" but discovered a taste and a talent for athletics.

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The administration has opened investigations into San Jose State and the California Interscholastic Federation, which governs high school athletics.

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