Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word An activity involving physical exertion and skill where individuals or teams compete against each other for entertainment.
Sport
/spɔːt/Synonyms:
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Examples:
Sport is a very important part of my life.
Mary had a passion for sports.
His upper lip sported a bushy and luxuriant moustache.
Etymology:
The word sport originated in the late Middle English period from the Old French word desport, meaning pleasure, amusement, or pastime. This, in turn, is derived from Latin disportare, which means to carry away, relating to diversion or distraction.
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