sportsman
pronunciation
How to pronounce sportsman in British English:
UK [ˈspɔːtsmən]
How to pronounce sportsman in American English:
US [ˈspɔːrtsmən]
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- Noun:
- someone who engages in sports
Word Origin
- sportsman (n.)
- 1706, from sports + man (n.). Sportswoman attested from 1754.
Example
- 1. So will there ever be another sportsman to match him ?
- 2. I have yet to see a top sportsman totally relaxed before a big competition .
- 3. Roger federer won four straight laureus world sportsman of the year awards between 2005-2008 .
- 4. As a leader or a sportsman it 's important to be prepared by addressing the things that are within your control .
- 5. Novak djokovic , thelaureus world sportsman of the year , is eyeing another record-breaking season .