sportsman
Sportsman (noun) means a man who takes part in sports, especially as an athlete. Example: “He was known as a talented sportsman in his youth.”
How to use sportsman
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA male athlete, or a man who enjoys hunting and fishing.
Gender-neutral alternatives like "athlete" are now often preferred in general writing.
Word forms
sportsmen plural, Sportsmans plural
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Etymology
Formed from "sports" plus "man."
Synonyms
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Frequently asked questions
What does “sportsman” mean?
The word “sportsman” means a man who takes part in sports, especially as an athlete. In plain terms, a male athlete, or a man who enjoys hunting and fishing.
How do you use “sportsman” in a sentence?
Here is “sportsman” used in a sentence: “He was known as a talented sportsman in his youth.”
What part of speech is “sportsman”?
“Sportsman” is a noun.
Is “sportsman” a common word?
“Sportsman” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “sportsman” have?
“Sportsman” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a man who takes part in sports, especially as an athlete.