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athletics

[ ath-let-iks ]

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noun

(usually used with a plural verb) athletic sports, as running, rowing, or boxing.
British. track-and-field events.
(usually used with a singular verb) the practice of athletic exercises; the principles of athletic training.

athletics

/ æθˈ��ɛ��ɪ�� /

noun

1. track and field events
2. ( as modifier )
  an athletics meeting
sports or exercises engaged in by athletes
the theory or practice of athletic activities and training

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Pronunciation Note

See athlete.

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Word History and Origins

Origin of athletics¹

First recorded in 1595–1605; athletic, -ics

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A spokesperson for Public Health said the department “does not have regulatory authority over this issue,” and added that “decisions on student participation in school field trips or athletics are decided at the local level.”

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On paper, the economic transformation in college athletics has been breathtaking, liberating, inspiring.

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In addition to the temporary rooms, and as part of the same development, a new athletics track and jump pit will be constructed on the field.

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If you want to pursue athletics, why wouldn’t you do the same?”

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��ever ends up happening with college athletics and college football, whatever type of enforcement, whatever it looks like, I just know we’re going to be prepared for it.

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athleticism athletic shoe

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