sportsman

Everyday

1. A sportsman is a man who plays sport, especially well or as his job. tree →
2. A person who plays fairly, is polite to the other side and accepts losing well. tree →
3. (older use) A man who goes hunting, shooting or fishing for sport. tree →

In the lessons

In PE and sports reports it names athletes; in ethics and stories it praises fair play: «a true sportsman». The quality is «sportsmanship». Phrases: «a good sportsman», «sportsman of the year», «true sportsman».

Examples

• He is a famous sportsman who plays rugby for New Zealand. tree →
• A good sportsman shakes hands even after losing. tree →
• Dad was a keen sportsman when he was young. tree →
• She was named sportsperson of the year. tree →
• The coach praised Liam's sportsmanship. tree →
• Be a sportsman and help the other player up. tree →
• "One could but try," the sportsman replied, and he held out his hand. tree →

Note

Plural «sportsmen». For women: «sportswoman», «sportswomen»; neutral: «sportsperson», «athlete», «player». Adjective «sporting» (a sporting gesture) and «sportsmanlike». Do not confuse with «sporty» (likes sport).