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athletic
ath·let·ic [ ath léttik ]


adjective 
Definition:
 
1. of athletes or athletics: relating to athletes, athletics, or other sports activities
athletic uniforms
2. muscular and strong: possessing a large skeletal structure and having strong muscles
an athletic build
[Early 17th century. Via French and Latin< Greek athlētikos< athlētēs (see athlete)]

ath·let·i·cal·ly adverb
ath·let·i·cism [ ath léttissiz'm ] noun
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