Sport — synonyms, definition

1. sport (Noun)

45 synonyms

amusement athletics banter bout caprice clown competition contest derision distraction diversion entertainment frolic fun game gibe glee jest jesting joke • • •

7 definitions

sport (Noun) — An active diversion requiring physical exertion and competition.

sport (Noun) — The occupation of athletes who compete for pay.

sport (Noun) — (Maine colloquial) a temporary summer resident of Maine.

sport (Noun) — A person known for the way she (or he) behaves when teased, defeated or subjected to trying circumstances. ex. "a good sport" ex. "a poor sport"

sport (Noun) — Someone who engages in sports.

sport (Noun) — (biology) an organism that has characteristics resulting from chromosomal alteration.

sport (Noun) — Verbal wit or mockery (often at another's expense but not to be taken seriously). ex. "he said it in sport"

27 types of

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52 types

aquatics archery athletic game blood sport clowning comedy contact sport cycling drollery equitation field sport freak funambulism funniness gymnastic exercise gymnastics horseback riding jocosity jocularity judo • • •

145 on topics

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2. sport (Verb)

33 synonyms

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2 definitions

sport (Verb) — Wear or display in an ostentatious or proud manner. ex. "she was sporting a new hat"

sport (Verb) — Play boisterously. ex. "The children sported in the garden"

3 types of

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