Sport Definition & Meaning
sport
- noun
- an active diversion requiring physical exertion and competition
- the occupation of athletes who compete for pay
- (Maine colloquial) a temporary summer resident of Maine
- a person known for the way she (or he) behaves when teased or defeated or subjected to trying circumstances; "a good sport"; "a poor sport"
- someone who engages in sports
- (biology) an organism that has characteristics resulting from chromosomal alteration
- verbal wit or mockery (often at another's expense but not to be taken seriously); "he became a figure of fun"; "he said it in sport"
- verb
- wear or display in an ostentatious or proud manner; "she was sporting a new hat"
- play boisterously; "The children frolicked in the garden"; "the gamboling lambs in the meadows"; "The toddlers romped in the playroom"
"Sport" in song lyrics
See how sport is used in real songs:
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"But that's trippin', and that ain't my sport"
2 Live Crew f/ Ice-T — The Real One -
"and toward a crumb static ain't my sport"
3rd Bass — No Static at All -
"Stab a meet decathlete dismantle the sport"
The 49ers — Champagne
Words that rhyme with sport
Usage tips for "sport"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "sport" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for sport to find words that pair well.