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gamesmanship
[ geymz-muhn-ship ]
/ ˈgeɪmz mənˌʃɪp /
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noun
the use of methods, especially in a sports contest, that are dubious or seemingly improper but not strictly illegal.
the technique or practice of manipulating people or events so as to gain an advantage or outwit one's opponents or competitors.
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Origin of gamesmanship
Words nearby gamesmanship
gamer girl, game room, games console, game show, gamesman, gamesmanship, gamesome, gamester, gamet-, gametangium, gamete
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British Dictionary definitions for gamesmanship
gamesmanship
/ (ˈɡeɪmzmənˌʃɪp) /
noun
informal the art of winning games or defeating opponents by clever or cunning practices without actually cheating
Derived forms of gamesmanship
gamesman, nounCollins English Dictionary - Complete & Unabridged 2012 Digital Edition
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