Sport

Definition

Sport refers to physical activities or games, often competitive, that involve skill, effort, and adherence to a set of rules. Sports are typically organized to promote fitness, entertainment, or competition.

Parts of Speech

• Noun
• Verb

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /spɔːrt/
• Respelling: SPORT

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /spɔːt/
• Respelling: SPORT

Etymology

The word "sport" originates from the Old French "desport," meaning "leisure" or "amusement." It entered the English language in the late Middle Ages and evolved to describe organized physical activities or games.

Derivatives

• Sportsmanship (noun)
• Sporting (adjective)
• Sporty (adjective)
• Sportsman (noun)
• Sportswoman (noun)

Synonyms

• Game
• Recreation
• Competition

Antonyms

• Rest
• Inactivity
• Idleness

Usage

The noun "sport" is widely used to refer to activities that involve physical exertion and competition. For example, "Soccer is one of the most popular sports worldwide." As a verb, it can mean to display or wear something in a noticeable way, such as "He was sporting a new jacket."

Related Terms

• Athlete: A person who competes in sports or physical activities.
• Recreation: Activities done for enjoyment and leisure.
• Competition: A contest or rivalry between individuals or teams.

Detailed Definitions

Noun

• A physical activity involving skill and competition: Refers to games or exercises designed for recreation or fitness.
  • Example: "Tennis is a sport that requires both skill and endurance."
• Recreational activity or amusement: Denotes any pastime or form of entertainment involving physical effort.
  • Example: "They enjoy outdoor sports like hiking and kayaking."

Verb

• To wear or display something in a noticeable way: Used to describe showing off an item or feature.
  • Example: "She was sporting a stylish new handbag."
• To engage in recreational activity or amusement: Denotes partaking in physical leisure activities.
  • Example: "They often sport in the park on weekends."