Sporting: meaning, definitions and examples

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sporting

[ ˈspɔːtɪŋ ]

^{Context #1}

activity

relating to sports or activities that involve physical exertion and skill

Synonyms

active, athletic, physical

Examples of usage

sporting events
sporting activities

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attitude

having a good-natured or sporting attitude; fair and generous

Synonyms

fair-minded, generous, good-natured

Examples of usage

a sporting gesture
took the defeat in a sporting manner

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British

a period during which a particular group of hunted animals is pursued, especially foxes

Synonyms

chase, hunt, pursuit

Examples of usage

the hunting season includes several sportings

Translations

Translations of the word "sporting" in other languages:

🇵🇹 esportivo

🇮🇳 खेल

🇩🇪 sportlich

🇮🇩 olahraga

🇺🇦 спортивний

🇵🇱 sportowy

🇯🇵 スポーティング

🇫🇷 sportif

🇪🇸 deportivo

🇹🇷 spor

🇰🇷 스포츠의

🇸🇦 رياضي

🇨🇿 sportovní

🇸🇰 športový

🇨🇳 运动的

🇸🇮 športni

🇮🇸 íþróttir

🇰🇿 спорттық

🇬🇪 სპორტული

🇦🇿 idman

🇲🇽 deportivo

Word origin

The word 'sporting' originated from the Middle English word 'disporten', which meant to enjoy oneself. Over time, it evolved to refer to activities involving physical exertion and skill. The adjective 'sporting' has been used since the 15th century to describe activities related to sports or games. In the British context, 'sporting' also refers to hunting activities. The term embodies the spirit of fair play, competition, and physical activity.