sports
Americanadjective
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of or relating to a sport or sports, especially of the open-air or athletic kind.
a sports festival.
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(of garments, equipment, etc.) suitable for use in open-air sports or for outdoor or informal use.
noun
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(modifier) relating to, concerned with, or used in sports
sports equipment
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(modifier) relating to or similar to a sports car
sports seats
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Also called: sports day. a meeting held at a school or college for competitions in various athletic events
Etymology
Origin of sports
Example Sentences
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Popular athletes can also "help brands bridge cultural gaps, introduce products to new audiences and create a level of familiarity that would otherwise take years to build", said Adrian Staiti from agency CAA Sports.
From Barron's • Jul. 3, 2026
“It’s a close match; there are star players on both teams,” said Álex Aguinaga, a former Ecuadorian player and Liga MX legend who is now a commentator for Fox Sports.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 30, 2026
Sports watch: Those suffering from withdrawal from daily World Cup matches can hop on the Tour de France bandwagon, which has almost as much drama, heartbreak and crazy fans.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 30, 2026
In his new book, “Cancel Me If You Can,” the Barstool Sports founder lays out a management style built on strong characters and ignoring critics.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 29, 2026
The Sports Family left their sliding-glass door open.
From "Among the Hidden" by Margaret Peterson Haddix
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