Dictionary entryCEFR A2noun
athlete
IPA pronunciation: /ˈæθliːt/
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спортсмен, атлет
English definition
A person who is proficient in sports and other forms of physical exercise.
Example
The athlete trained every day for the marathon.
Collocations
- professional athlete
- athlete's foot
- Olympic athlete
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