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Winter Olympics Vocabulary

culture the sum of the language, customs, beliefs, and art considered characteristic of a particular group of people.
curling a game played on ice in which two teams, of four players each, slide a stone or other heavy object toward a circle at either end of the ice, the players being permitted to clean the path of the stone to control its speed and direction.
defeat to win a victory over; beat in a game, battle, or the like.
amateur an athlete who receives no monetary prize, salary, or other payment for competition.
flag a piece of cloth, usu. rectangular or triangular, bearing any of various colors and designs and used for signaling or as the symbol or emblem of a country, organization, or the like; banner; pennant.
anthem a song of praise or patriotism.
bronze medal a medal award to third place finishers in an event or competition.
silver medal a medal award to second place finishers in an event or competition.
gold medal a medal award to first place finishers in an event or competition.
qualify in sports, to win a preliminary trial and thus be able to compete in the final competition.
sportsmanship the characteristics and conduct worthy of a sportsman.
tradition the handing down of a culture's beliefs, customs, and mores from one generation to the next.
victory success in a struggle against an enemy, opponent, or obstacle.
competitor a person or organization that competes.

 

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