Olympic Games

1. (noun) the ancient Panhellenic celebration at Olympia in honor of Zeus; held every 4 years beginning in 472 BC
Synonyms: Olympian Games
Related Words: celebration, festivity

2. (noun) the modern revival of the ancient games held once every 4 years in a selected country
Synonyms: Olympiad, Olympics
Related Words: Winter Olympic Games, Winter Olympics, athletic contest, athletics



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