1. An active diversion requiring physical exertion and competition
   - sport 
2. A contest between athletes
   - athletic contest, athletic competition 
3. Participation in sports events as an extracurricular activity

See also: athletic

Type of: competition, contest, diversion, extracurricular activity, recreation

Encyclopedia: Athletics

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