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Meaning of OLYMPIC GAMES
 
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Definition:
[n] the ancient Panhellenic celebration at Olympia in honor of Zeus; held every 4 years beginning in 776 BC
[n] the modern revival of the ancient games held once every 4 years in a selected country
 
Synonyms:
Olympiad
,
Olympian Games
,
Olympics
 
See Also:
athletic competition
,
athletic contest
,
athletics
,
celebration
,
festivity
,
Winter Olympic Games
,
Winter Olympics
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