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Olympic games

British pronunciation/əlˈɪmpɪk ɡˈeɪmz/
American pronunciation/əlˈɪmpɪk ɡˈeɪmz/
Olympic games
[NOUN]
1

the modern revival of the ancient games held once every 4 years in a selected country

synonyms : Olympiad
Olympics
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olympic games definition and meaning
2

the ancient Panhellenic celebration at Olympia in honor of Zeus; held every 4 years beginning in 776 BC

synonyms : Olympian Games
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Examples
1The athlete took the gold medal in the Olympic Games.
2The Olympic Games originated in Greece.
3- Olympic Games have 42 events.
4We pulled off Olympic Games.
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