[pl. of AGONISTIC a. used subst. Cf. Fr. agonistique, and Gr. ἡ ἀγωνιστική the agonistic (art).] That part of gymnastics that has reference to athletic combats, such as those practised in the ancient games.
1753. Chambers, Cycl. Supp., s.v., A learned work on the subject of agonistics.
a. 1859. Worcester cites Q. Rev.
