athletic

Definitions


[aθˈlɛtɪk], (Adjective)

Definitions:
- physically strong, fit, and active
(e.g: big, muscular, athletic boys)

- relating to athletes or athletics
(e.g: she gained fame in Greece for her athletic ability)


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Origin:
late 16th century: from French athlétique or Latin athleticus, from Greek athlētikos, from athlētēs (see athlete)




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