[ath.lete] n [ME, fr. L athleta, fr. Gk athletes, fr. athlein to contend for a prize, fr. athlon prize, contest] (15c): a person who is trained or skilled in exercises, sports, or games requiring physical strength, agility, or stamina
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Meaning of ATHLETE in English
Merriam-Webster English vocab. Английский словарь Merriam Webster. 2012