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athletes

The correct spelling is athletes.

How to pronounce athletes

noun

Say it like: Ath-let-es

The correct spelling is athletes. A participant in a group of sporting activities which includes track and field, road running, cross country running and racewalking. For example: "She's the first athlete in her sport to obtain a corporate sponsor."

Usage Examples

She's the first athlete in her sport to obtain a corporate sponsor.

Definition

noun

  1. 1.A participant in a group of sporting activities which includes track and field, road running, cross country running and racewalking.
  2. 2.A person who actively participates in physical sports, especially with great skill; a sportsperson.
  3. 3.An exceptionally physically fit person.

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