athletics
/æθlˈɛtɪks/
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Definitions
Noun
an active diversion requiring physical exertion and competition
Noun
a contest between athletes
Noun
participation in sports events as an extracurricular activity
More Specific Terms
aquatics
archery
athletic game
blood sport
contact sport
cycling
decathlon
equitation
field sport
funambulism
gymnastic exercise
gymnastics
hop-step-and-jump
horseback riding
judo
meet
Olympiad
Olympic Games
Olympics
outdoor sport
pentathlon
prelim
preliminary
racing
riding
rock climbing
row
rowing
skating
skiing
sledding
Special Olympics
spectator sport
sports meeting
team sport
tightrope walking
track and field
triple jump
tug-of-war
water sport