Sport: meaning, definitions and examples
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sport
[ spɔːt ]
physical activity
Sport is a physical activity that involves a set of rules or customs. It may be competitive or non-competitive. Sports are played for fun, for exercise, for competition, or for a combination of these reasons.
Synonyms
athletics, exercise, physical activity
Examples of usage
- She enjoys playing sports such as basketball and tennis.
- Participating in sports can improve physical fitness and mental well-being.
engage in physical activity
To sport means to engage in physical activity or exercise, especially in a competitive or organized way. It can also refer to wearing or displaying something proudly or showily.
Synonyms
display, engage in, participate in
Examples of usage
- He loves to sport his new running shoes at the gym.
- The athletes will sport their team uniforms during the championship.
Translations
Translations of the word "sport" in other languages:
🇵🇹 esporte
🇮🇳 खेल
🇩🇪 Sport
🇮🇩 olahraga
🇺🇦 спорт
🇵🇱 sport
🇯🇵 スポーツ (supōtsu)
🇫🇷 sport
🇪🇸 deporte
🇹🇷 spor
🇰🇷 스포츠 (seupocheu)
🇸🇦 رياضة
🇨🇿 sport
🇸🇰 šport
🇨🇳 运动 (yùndòng)
🇸🇮 šport
🇮🇸 íþrótt
🇰🇿 спорт
🇬🇪 სპორტი (sport'i)
🇦🇿 idman
🇲🇽 deporte
Etymology
The word 'sport' originated from the Old French word 'desport', meaning 'leisure', and later evolved to refer to physical activity. Sports have been an integral part of human culture for centuries, with ancient civilizations engaging in various forms of competitive games and physical contests. Today, sports encompass a wide range of activities enjoyed by people of all ages worldwide.
See also: sporting, sportscaster, sportsman, sportsmen, sportspeople, sportster, sportswear, sportswoman, sportswomen, sporty.