athlete
Pronunciation:
/ˈæθ.lit//ˈæθ.liːt//ˈæθ.lit/noun
Definitions
A participant in a group of sporting activities which includes track and field, road running, cross country running and racewalking.
Example: She's the first athlete in her sport to obtain a corporate sponsor.
A person who actively participates in physical sports, especially with great skill; a sportsperson.
An exceptionally physically fit person.