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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She's been involved with the sports since she was five, and her six-year-old daughter is already following in her footsteps.
From BBC ● Jul. 22, 2026
The number of female competitors in lumberjack sports has more than trebled in the past 30 years, according to Samantha LaSalle, event director of the Lumberjack World Championships.
From BBC ● Jul. 22, 2026
Any investment from Bhatia would be made to further position Liverpool for success, following FSG's move in 2023 to sell a minority stake in the club to global sports investment firm Dynasty.
From Barron's ● Jul. 21, 2026
Isn’t that what playing high school sports is supposed to be about — learning lessons as a team that will prepare you for adulthood.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 21, 2026
“Riding in sports cars is for older mice,” one cousin said.
From "Ralph S. Mouse" by Beverly Cleary
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