1. a person who does not participate in athletic activities or sports

Examples

• As a nonathlete, she preferred reading to playing sports.
• The gym offered special classes designed for nonathletes.
• Many nonathletes struggle to meet basic fitness requirements.
• The school’s wellness program included activities for both athletes and nonathletes.
• He considered himself a nonathlete until he discovered his love for hiking.
• The study compared injury rates between athletes and nonathletes.