Meaning of 'sport'

Find the meaning of the word ‘sport’

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Meaning of ‘sport’

9 definitions found.

sport

noun

the occupation of athletes who compete for pay

noun

an active diversion requiring physical exertion and competition

Synonyms: athletics

noun

verbal wit or mockery (often at another's expense but not to be taken seriously)

Synonyms: play

noun

(biology) an organism that has characteristics resulting from chromosomal alteration

Synonyms: mutant

noun

someone who engages in sports

Synonyms: sportsman sportswoman

noun

a person known for the way she (or he) behaves when teased or defeated or subjected to trying circumstances

Example: "a good sport"

noun

(Maine colloquial) a temporary summer resident of Maine

Synonyms: summercater

verb

play boisterously

Synonyms: lark

verb

wear or display in an ostentatious or proud manner

Example: "They were sporting a new hat."

Synonyms: feature boast

Source: WordNet 3.0 Copyright 2006 by Princeton University

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