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Word: Athletic
Speech Type: Adjective
Etymology:
late 16th century: from French athlétique or Latin athleticus, from Greek athlētikos, from athlētēs (see athlete)
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Phonetic Spelling:
aθˈlɛtɪk
Dialects: British English
Definition:
physically strong, fit, and active
Short Definition:physically strong and active
Examples:- big, muscular, athletic boys
- I have never considered myself athletic
Definition:
relating to athletes or athletics
Short Definition:relating to athletes or athletics
Examples:- she gained fame in Greece for her athletic ability
- athletic events
- an athletic club
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