athlete
Translation
athlete
Examples
She is a professional athlete.
She is a professional athlete.
The Olympic athlete trained every day.
The Olympic athlete trained every day.
Grammar Patterns
((an athlete)) a person who is proficient in sports. She is a professional athlete.
Similar Words
Synonyms: sportsperson, player, competitor
Etymology
From Greek 'athlētēs' (contestant for a prize), from 'athlon' (contest).
Memory Tips
Think of the '-athlon' in triathlon or decathlon. These are contests ('athlon') for athletes.