sportster
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of sportster
1960–65; sport(s car) + -ster, on the model of dragster, roadster, etc.
Example Sentences
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The sportster dipped over an island, crossed a narrow lagoon, and settled to the ground beside the guard flier.
From The Players by Solomon, Steve
He dropped lightly to the space before the sportster, then stepped away, crouching behind a rock out-crop, and turned his body shield to full power.
From The Players by Solomon, Steve
The powerful downblast had completely upset the sportster pilot's calculations.
From Final Weapon by Leydenfrost, Alexander
It would be a long time before the shiny, new sportster would be in condition to sweep into another parking area.
From Final Weapon by Leydenfrost, Alexander
The sportster pilot approached, the indignation on his face changing to bewilderment, then dismay as he noted Morely's insignia and the attitude of the two men who faced him.
From Final Weapon by Leydenfrost, Alexander
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