| 释义 |
ath·lete
\ˈathˌlēt, chiefly substand -thəˌl-; usu -ēd.+V\ noun
(-s)
Etymology: Middle English, from Latin athleta, from Greek athlētēs, aethlētēs, from athlein, aethlein to contend for a prize, from athlos, aethlos contest, or athlon, aethlon prize, contest; perhaps akin to Latin vad-, vas bail, security — more at wed
1. : one who competed for a prize in the public games of ancient Greece and Rome
2.
a. : one who is trained to compete either professionally or as an amateur in exercises, sports, or games requiring physical strength, agility, or stamina
b. : one who has a natural aptitude for or is reasonably skilled in physical exercises, sports, or games
3. : one who takes part in or is capable of taking part in exercises or activities requiring mental agility, endurance, or strength
< nor does the world cheer the natural athletes of the mind — J.M.Barzun > |