sport

noun
UK: /spɔːt/
US: /spɔːrt/

  1. A game or activity done for enjoyment or competition.

    1. I like to watch sport on TV every weekend. [ ] [ ]
    2. Participating in a team sport teaches valuable lessons about cooperation and discipline. [ ] [ ]

  2. An activity involving physical exertion and skill in which an individual or team competes against another or others for entertainment.

    1. Football is a popular sport in many countries around the world. [ ] [ ]
    2. She excels in a variety of sports, demonstrating her exceptional athleticism and dedication. [ ] [ ]

  3. Good and funny person.

    1. He is a good sport, always willing to try new things. [ ] [ ]
    2. Even after losing the game, she was a good sport and congratulated the winner. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

game exercise recreation play fun athlete
sport verb

  1. To wear or display something.

    1. He likes to sport a new jacket every winter. [ ] [ ]
    2. She decided to sport a vintage dress to the party, making a unique fashion statement. [ ] [ ]

  2. To engage in recreational activities or play games.

    1. We often sport in the park during summer weekends. [ ] [ ]
    2. The children sport in the playground, enjoying the swings and slides under the watchful eye of their parents. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "sport" in English means: A game or activity done for enjoyment or competition., An activity involving physical exertion and skill in which an individual or team competes against another or others for entertainment., Good and funny person..

The phonetic transcription of "sport" is /spɔːt/ in British English and /spɔːrt/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "sport": game, exercise, recreation, play, fun, athlete.

Example usage of "sport": "I like to watch sport on TV every weekend.". More examples on the page.