sportsmanship
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mənˌʃɪp, ˈspoʊrts- noun
1.
the character, practice, or skill of a sportsman.
2.
sportsmanlike conduct, as fairness, courtesy, being a cheerful loser, etc.
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sportsman (ˈspɔːtsmən) ![[Click for IPA pronunciation guide]](http://static.sfdict.com/dictstatic/g/d/dictionary_questionbutton_default.gif) | |
| —n , pl -men | |
| 1. | a man who takes part in sports, esp of the outdoor type |
| 2. | a person who exhibits qualities highly regarded in sport, such as fairness, generosity, observance of the rules, and good humour when losing |
| 'sportsman-like | |
| —adj | |
| 'sportsmanly | |
| —adj | |
| 'sportsmanship | |
| —n | |
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Sportsmanship
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Example sentences
Our objective is for players to gain knowledge of skills, sportsmanship, and teamwork.
Focus on sportsmanship and teamwork while learning the sports.
State-sanctioned sports betting conveys the message that sports are more about money than personal achievement and sportsmanship.
Video games build problem solving skills, hand-eye coordination, and teamwork and sportsmanship when played in groups.
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