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Meaning of sport

noun

Any activity that uses physical exertion or skills competitively under a set of rules that is not based on aesthetics.
Something done for fun, regardless of its design or intended purpose. Example: Joe was banned from getting legal help. He seemed to view lawsuits as a sport.
A person who exhibits either good or bad sportsmanship. Example: Jen may have won, but she was sure a poor sport; she laughed at the loser.
Somebody who behaves or reacts in an admirably good-natured manner, e.g. to being teased or to losing a game; a good sport. Example: You're such a sport! You never get upset when we tease you.
That which diverts, and makes mirth; pastime; amusement.

verb

To amuse oneself, to play. Example: children sporting on the green
To mock or tease, treat lightly, toy with. Example: Jen sports with Bill's emotions.
To display; to have as a notable feature. Example: Jen's sporting a new pair of shoes; he was sporting a new wound from the combat
To divert; to amuse; to make merry.
To represent by any kind of play.

Source: Free Dictionary API.

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