sport
Translation
sport, pastime, amusement
Examples
Football is a popular sport.
Soccer is a popular sport.
He only does it for sport.
He only does it for sport.
She is a good sport about losing.
She is a good sport about losing.
Grammar Patterns
((a/an)) ((adjective)) sport a type of physical activity. Tennis is a fun sport.
to do/play sport to participate in sports. Do you do any sport?
Similar Words
Synonyms: game, activity, pastime
Etymology
From Old French 'desport' meaning 'leisure, pleasure'.
Memory Tips
Picture a stadium full of people watching a 'sport'.