athletics

Etymology

From athlete + -ics.

noun

  1. (sports, especially Britain) A group of sporting activities including track and field, road running, cross country and racewalking.
  2. (sports, especially US) Physical activities such as sports and games requiring stamina, fitness and skill.

noun

  1. plural of athletic

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