olympiad (B2)
noun
Pronunciation: /əˈlɪmpiɑːd/
Definition
A period of four years between Olympic Games, or the Olympic Games themselves.
Examples
The ancient Greek Olympiad was a religious festival.
She trained for years, hoping to compete in the next Olympiad.
The modern Olympiad has grown into a global sporting spectacle.
How to Use olympiad
- in the Olympiad (prepositional phrase)
- Referring to the specific event or period of the Olympic Games. — "She dreamed of competing in the Olympiad."
- host the Olympiad (collocation)
- To be the location where the Olympic Games are held. — "Tokyo will host the Olympiad next year."
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