sportsman / sportswoman
nounmasculine/feminine/dɨʃ.puɾ.tiʃ.tɐ/medium
des·por·tis·ta
Definitions
1A person who engages in sport, whether professional or amateur; athlete.
She is a dedicated sportswoman and trains every day.
The club organized an event for young sportsmen.
Common collocations
professional sportsmanamateur sportsmansportsman spirit
2A person who enjoys and follows sports with interest.
He is a great sports enthusiast and never misses his team's game.
The conversation at the table was among sports enthusiasts passionate about football.
syn
Etymology
De 'desporto' + sufixo '-ista'.