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Doping: meaning, definitions and examples

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doping

 

[ ˈdoʊ.pɪŋ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

sports, drugs

Doping refers to the use of prohibited substances or methods to enhance athletic performance. It is considered unethical and is banned in professional sports. The practice can lead to severe penalties, including disqualification and suspension from competition.

Synonyms

enhancement, steroids, substance abuse

Examples of usage

  • Many athletes have been caught doping and faced suspensions.
  • The strict anti-doping policies aim to ensure fair competition.
  • Doping scandals have tarnished the reputation of several sports.
  • The organization conducts regular tests to catch any doping violations.

Translations

Translations of the word "doping" in other languages:

🇵🇹 doping

🇮🇳 डोपिंग

🇩🇪 Doping

🇮🇩 doping

🇺🇦 допінг

🇵🇱 doping

🇯🇵 ドーピング

🇫🇷 dopage

🇪🇸 dopaje

🇹🇷 doping

🇰🇷 도핑

🇸🇦 تنشيط

🇨🇿 doping

🇸🇰 doping

🇨🇳 兴奋剂

🇸🇮 doping

🇮🇸 doping

🇰🇿 допинг

🇬🇪 დოპინგი

🇦🇿 doping

🇲🇽 dopaje

Etymology

The term 'doping' has its origins in the late 19th century, derived from the Dutch word 'doop', which referred to a thick sauce or an intoxicating drink. Initially, the term was associated with the practice of using various substances to enhance the performance of athletes, especially in horse racing. By the early 20th century, 'doping' began to be applied more broadly to competitive sports, highlighting the ongoing issues with athletes using drugs to gain unfair advantages. Over time, the word evolved to encompass a wide range of substances used not only in sports but also in various contexts where performance enhancement is sought. In the realm of professional athletics, the term has taken on a more negative connotation, particularly as anti-doping agencies have been established to combat the use of these substances and ensure fair competition.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #16,106, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.