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adjective mas·ters \ ˈmas-tərz \

Definition of masters

: competing in, relating to, or being a competition for athletes over a specified age (such as 40)
  • a masters runner

First Known Use of masters

1971

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Masters

biographical name Mas·ters \ ˈma-stərz \

Definition of Masters

Edgar Lee 1869–1950 American author

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