Meaning & Definition of word "Sport"

Sport

/spɔːrt/

1. An activity involving physical exertion and skill in which an individual or team competes against another or others for entertainment.
- Example: Soccer is the most popular sport in the world.
2. A specific game or type of physical activity that is governed by a set of rules.
- Example: Tennis is my favorite sport to watch during the summer.
3. A playful or jesting activity; fun.
- Example: They engaged in the sport of teasing each other about their last vacation.

1. To wear or display (something) ostentatiously.
- Example: She sported a new hairstyle for the party.

Middle English 'sporte', from Old French 'desport', from Latin 'deportare' meaning 'to carry away.'

team sport:

A sport in which players form teams and compete against each other.

extreme sport:

Activities perceived as having a high level of inherent danger.

contact sport:

A type of sport where physical contact between players is an integral part of the game.

athlete:

A person who is proficient in sports and other forms of physical exercise.

competition:

A contest in which people or teams compete against one another.

tournament:

A series of contests between a number of competitors, competing for a prize.

Meaning: Sporting a new look

Example Sentence: He's really sporting a fresh haircut today.

Meaning: To sport something

Example Sentence: She was sporting a really stylish dress at the party.