athlete
/ˈæθlit/
noun
- A person who is proficient in sports and other forms of physical exercise.
- The school's top athlete won three gold medals at the track meet.
- She trained for years to become a professional athlete.
- Many athletes follow strict diets to improve their performance.
- A person who has a natural ability or interest in physical activities.
- She's not just a scholar; she's also a talented athlete.
- You don't have to be a professional athlete to enjoy running every day.
- Even as a child, he was a natural athlete, excelling in every sport he tried.
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