special olympics
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Definition
Proper noun A major international sporting event, organized similarly to the Olympic Games, specifically for athletes with intellectual disabilities and, in some editions, for athletes with certain physical disabilities. The name is a trademark.
Usage
- The Special Olympics is held every two years, alternating between Summer and Winter Games.
- She has been training for years to compete in the Special Olympics.
- The spirit of inclusion is central to the mission of the Special Olympics.
Advanced Usage
- The term is almost always used with the definite article "the" (the Special Olympics) when referring to the event or organization.
- It can function attributively as a modifier (e.g., Special Olympics athlete, Special Olympics event, Special Olympics organization).
Variants and Related Words
- Special Olympian (noun): An athlete who competes in the Special Olympics.
- Paralympics (proper noun): A separate major international sporting event for athletes with a range of physical disabilities. It is crucial to distinguish between the Special Olympics and the Paralympics, as they serve different athlete populations and have different eligibility criteria.
Synonyms
- There are no direct synonyms for this proper noun/trademarked name. Descriptive phrases include "sports competition for athletes with intellectual disabilities" or "Olympic-style games for disabled athletes."
Related Phrases
- to compete in the Special Olympics: The standard phrase for athlete participation.
- Special Olympics World Games: The official name for the global event.
- the Special Olympics movement: Refers to the broader social mission and community beyond the sporting events themselves.
Noun
- an athletic contest modeled after the Olympic Games but intended for mentally or physically handicapped persons