urheilija — meaning in English
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English meaning
- jock noun Informal, especially American, term for an athlete, particularly one more known for sport than academics.
- sport noun A physical activity involving skill and competition, played under a set of rules.
- sportsman noun A man who takes part in sports, especially as an athlete.
- sportsperson noun Someone who plays sport, regardless of gender.
- sportswoman noun A woman who engages in sports; a female athlete.
Senses
urheilija is used for these senses in English:
- jock (US, slang) A young male athlete (through college age).
- sport (countable) A person who exhibits either good or bad sportsmanship.
- sportsman (UK) A man who engages in sports; an athlete.
- sportsperson Someone who plays sport, regardless of gender.
- sportswoman (UK) A woman who engages in sports; a female athlete.
jock — full definition
- noun Informal, especially American, term for an athlete, particularly one more known for sport than academics.
- noun Informal British term for a Scottish man.
- noun A disc jockey.
- noun Short for jockstrap, an athletic supporter.
sport — full definition
- noun A physical activity involving skill and competition, played under a set of rules.
- noun Someone who reacts to losing or being teased in a good-natured, gracious way.
- verb To wear or display something noticeably.