sporting

American  

[spawr-ting, spohr-] / ˈspɔr tɪŋ, ˈspoʊr- /

adjective

1. engaging in, disposed to, or interested in open-air or athletic sports: sports.

   a rugged, sporting man.

2. concerned with or suitable for such sports: sports.

   sporting equipment.

3. sportsmanlike.

4. interested in or connected with sports sports or pursuits involving betting or gambling.

   the sporting life of Las Vegas.

5. involving or inducing the taking of risk, as in a sport.

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sporting British  

/ ˈspɔːtɪŋ /

adjective

1. (prenominal) of, relating to, or used or engaged in a sport or sports

   several sporting interests

2. relating or conforming to sportsmanship; fair

3. of, relating to, or characterized by an interest in gambling

4. willing to take a risk

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Other Word Forms

• nonsporting adjective
• nonsportingly adverb
• sportingly adverb
• unsporting adjective

Etymology

Origin of sporting

First recorded in 1590–1600; sport + -ing ²

Example Sentences

"This is probably the biggest sporting success I have ever had and the most special feeling," aid the winner, after shedding a few tears.

From Barron's

It’s the one paper that carries sporting news from America.

From Literature

"Lauren Price is not just a world champion, she is a Welsh sporting icon and one of the greatest athletes the country has ever produced," said Boxxer promoter Ben Shalom.

From BBC

The moment reignited speculation that one of the most glittering careers in sporting history may be nearing its end.

From Barron's

That includes contracts built around the outcome of sporting events.

From Barron's