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单词 athletics
释义

athletics

noun

ath·​let·​ics ath-ˈle-tiks How to pronounce athletics (audio)
nonstandard
ˌa-thə-ˈle- How to pronounce athletics (audio)
plural in form but singular or plural in construction
1
: exercises, sports, or games engaged in by athletes
2
: the practice or principles of athletic activities

Example Sentences

Recent Examples on the Web Brannen dropped his federal lawsuit against the school, its president and director of athletics last October and refiled it in the Ohio Court of Claims. Victoria Moorwood, The Enquirer, 6 Sep. 2022 Auburn is looking for a new director of athletics, and UConn’s David Benedict is likely to be on the school’s radar. Dom Amore, Hartford Courant, 27 Aug. 2022 Over the past two years, the world of college athletics has turned into a whole new ball game. Ariana Freeman, CBS News, 26 Aug. 2022 Kudos to Andrew Greif who absolutely killed it before, throughout and after the world championships of athletics a month ago. Los Angeles Times, 26 Aug. 2022 This time frame coincided with John David Wicker replacing Jim Sterk as SDSU’s director of athletics. San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Aug. 2022 The idea of the Alabama coach communicating through texts happening before a CFP expansion adds yet another level of chaos to the ever-changing landscape of college athletics. Mark Heim | Mheim@al.com, al, 26 Aug. 2022 District officials were notified about the allegations Saturday, according to the letter from Craig Stage, superintendent of the Athens Area School District, and John Sullivan, the director of athletics. Michelle Watson, CNN, 25 Aug. 2022 The chair is Wren Baker, director of athletics at North Texas. David Woods, The Indianapolis Star, 12 Aug. 2022 See More

Word History

First Known Use

1738, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

athletics

noun plural

ath·​let·​ics ath-ˈle-tiks How to pronounce athletics (audio)
: games, sports, and exercises requiring strength, endurance, and skill
Hint: Athletics can be used as a singular or a plural in writing and speaking. Athletics is an important part of their curriculum. Athletics are helpful in staying fit.

athletics

noun

1
as in gymnastics

Synonyms & Similar Words

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  • gymnastics
  • bodybuilding
  • aerobics
  • calisthenics
  • plyometrics
  • activity
  • body mechanics
  • conditioning
  • weight lifting
  • isometrics
  • workout
  • slimnastics
  • exertion
  • exercise
  • training
  • physical therapy
  • trimming
  • warm-up
  • toning
2
as in sport

Synonyms & Similar Words

  • sport
  • tournament
  • competition
  • tourney
  • championship
  • meet
  • scrimmage
  • event
  • game
  • matchup
  • contest
  • sweepstakes
  • bout
  • triathlon
  • pentathlon
  • tussle
  • skirmish
  • decathlon
  • battle
  • struggle
  • sweep-stake
  • conflict
  • derby
  • biathlon
  • final
  • semifinal
  • race
  • open
  • marathon
  • gymkhana
  • national(s)
  • tug-of-war
  • outing
  • match
  • heptathlon
  • field day
  • play-off
  • ultramarathon
  • nightcap
  • heat
  • round
  • volley
  • run
  • rally
  • set
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