Sportswoman: meaning, definitions and examples
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sportswoman
[ ˈspɔːtsˌwʊmən ]
athlete
A sportswoman is a female athlete who participates in sports competitions, representing her country or team.
Synonyms
female athlete, female competitor, female sports player
Examples of usage
- The sportswoman won a gold medal at the Olympics.
- She is a talented sportswoman with great potential.
Translations
Translations of the word "sportswoman" in other languages:
🇵🇹 esportista
🇮🇳 खिलाड़ी महिला
🇩🇪 Sportlerin
🇮🇩 olahragawati
🇺🇦 спортсменка
🇵🇱 sportsmenka
🇯🇵 スポーツウーマン
🇫🇷 sportive
🇪🇸 deportista
🇹🇷 sporcu kadın
🇰🇷 여자 운동선수
🇸🇦 رياضية
🇨🇿 sportovkyně
🇸🇰 športovkyňa
🇨🇳 女运动员
🇸🇮 športnica
🇮🇸 íþróttakona
🇰🇿 спортшы әйел
🇬🇪 სპორტსმენი ქალი
🇦🇿 idmançı qadın
🇲🇽 deportista
Etymology
The term 'sportswoman' first appeared in the mid-19th century to refer to a woman who is actively involved in sports. Over the years, the role and recognition of sportswomen have greatly evolved, with more opportunities and support available for female athletes. Today, sportswomen compete at the highest levels in various sports, inspiring others with their dedication and achievements.
See also: sport, sporting, sportscaster, sportsman, sportsmen, sportspeople, sportster, sportswear, sportswomen, sporty.