athletics.
A group of sporting activities including track and field, road running, cross country and racewalking.
Meaning & usage
A group of sporting activities including track and field, road running, cross country and racewalking.
Physical activities such as sports and games requiring stamina, fitness and skill.
Where this word comes from
From athletic: see -ics. Probably formed on the model of gymnastics.
plural of athletic
Where this word comes from
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