Definition
Definition of sported - Reverso English Dictionary
Adjective
appearanceRare having a particular appearance or styleRare
- She sported a vintage look at the event.
- He sported a new hairstyle for the wedding.
- They sported matching outfits for the concert.
Origin of sported
Old English, sport (to amuse)
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- French:porté, ...
- German:Stil, ...
- Italian:sfoggiato, ...
- Spanish:con estilo, ...
- Portuguese:tinha estilo, ...
- Chinese:带有...风格的, ...
- Japanese:披露した, ...
- Arabic:مُتَأَنِّق, ...
- Hebrew:מְעֻטָּר, ...
- Russian:показала, ...
- Ukrainian:виглядав, ...
- Hindi:सज-धज कर, ...
Definition of sport - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
exercisephysical activity with rules and competition
- Football is a popular sport worldwide.
2.
recreationactivity for pleasure or exercise
- Hiking is a sport enjoyed by many.
3.
- He's a good sport about losing the game..
4.
biologyTECH. anomalous organism in biologyTECH.
- The plant was a sport with unusual colors.
Verb
1.
playful activityintr. play or frolic in a lively wayintr.
- The children sported in the backyard all afternoon..
2.
- She sported with him about his new haircut.
3.
fashiontr. Rare wear or display proudlytr. Rare
- He sported a new hat at the party.
Expressions with sport
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person who tolerates jokes and antics
He's such a good sport about our pranks.
someone who reacts badly to losing
He was a poor sport after losing the game.
treat something as a joke or game
He likes to make a sport of teasing his friends.
horse racing, especially thoroughbred racing
The sport of kings has a rich history and attracts enthusiasts worldwide..
mock or ridicule someone or something playfully
They made sport of his new haircut.
sport played outdoors
Soccer is considered a field sport.
sport played by one person alone
Tennis is an individual sport.
sport played outside in open air
Soccer is a popular outdoor sport worldwide.
sport played by athletes who receive payment
He dreamed of playing professional sport since he was a child..
activity people prefer watching over doing
For many, politics has become a spectator sport.
shirt designed for athletic activities
She bought a new sport shirt for her tennis matches.
sport played by two competing teams
Football is a popular team sport worldwide.
sport or activity performed in or on water
She enjoys water sports like surfing and swimming..
sport played on ice or snow during winter
Skiing is a popular winter sport.
physical game where people or teams try to win against others
Swimming can be a competitive sport at local and national levels.
sport involving high risk and thrill
Skydiving is an adventure sport enjoyed by thrill-seekers.
person who behaves poorly when losing
He was a bad sport after losing the game.
sport requiring body contact between opponents
Football is known as a contact sport.
sport with high risk, excitement, and often special gear or skills
Skydiving is considered an extreme sport.
activities related to racing or riding motorcycles
Motorcycle sport includes both on-road and off-road competitions.
casual jacket worn for informal occasions
He wore a sport coat to the party.
casual jacket often lightweight, sometimes in club or school colors
He wore a sport jacket to the party.
sport involving high risk and excitement
Skateboarding is a popular action sport.
sport involving high physical risk and excitement
Skydiving is an adrenaline sport that attracts thrill-seekers.
Origin of sport
Old French, desport (leisure)
Examples of sport in a sentence
Basketball is a team sport played indoors and outdoors. Soccer is a sport that requires teamwork. Swimming is a sport that builds endurance. She was a good sport about the prank. Even in defeat, he remained a good sport. The gardener discovered a sport among the roses.
In the lab, they studied a sport with unique traits. They sported in the park until sunset. The puppies sported around the garden. He sported with her about her cooking skills. They sported with him about his clumsy dancing. She sported a designer handbag at the gala. They sported matching jerseys for the game.
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- French:sport, folâtrer, ...
- German:Sport, spielen, ...
- Italian:sport, giocare, ...
- Spanish:deporte, divertirse, ...
- Portuguese:desporto, divertir-se, ...
- Chinese:运动, 嬉戏, ...
- Japanese:スポーツ, 遊ぶ, ...
- Arabic:رِيَاضَة, مَرِحَ, ...
- Hebrew:סְפּוֹרְט, לְהִשְׁתַּעֲשֵׁעַ, ...
- Russian:вид спорта, резвиться, ...
- Ukrainian:спорт, гратися, ...
- Hindi:खेल, खेलना, ...
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