OLYMPIAD


Meaning of OLYMPIAD in English

[ ə'lɪmpɪad ]

■ noun

1》 a staging of the ancient or modern Olympic Games.

2》 a period of four years between Olympic Games, used by the ancient Greeks in dating events.

3》 a major international contest in a game, sport, or scientific subject.

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