ATHLETE


Meaning of ATHLETE in English

■ noun a person who is proficient in sports.

↘ Brit. a person who competes in track and field events.

Origin

ME: from L. athleta , from Gk athlētēs , from athlein 'compete for a prize', from athlon 'prize'.

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