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

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  1. n. the ancient Panhellenic celebration at Olympia in honor of Zeus; held every 4 years beginning in 776 BC
  2. A modified revival of the ancient Olympian games, consisting of international athletic games, races, etc., now held once in four years, the first having been at Athens in 1896.