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sportsman / sportswoman
nounmasculine/femininegeneral usecommon/dɨʃ.puɾ.tiʃ.tɐ/des·por·tis·ta
Definitions
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A person who engages in sport, whether professional or amateur; athlete.
Usage examples
“She is a dedicated sportswoman and trains every day.”
“The club organized an event for young sportsmen.”
Common combinations
professional sportsmanamateur sportsmansportsman spirit
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A person who enjoys and follows sports with interest.
Usage examples
“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.”