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ath·let·ics

athletics

pronunciation:
aeth le tihks
part of speech: noun
inflections: athletics
definition 1: (usu. used with a sing. verb) the study and practice of athletic development.
similar words:
exercise
definition 2: (usu. used with a pl. verb) sports and physical activities.
similar words:
exercise