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sportsmanship
noun sports·man·ship \-ˌship\
: fair play, respect for opponents, and polite behavior by someone who is competing in a sport or other competition
Full Definition of SPORTSMANSHIP
: conduct (as fairness, respect for one's opponent, and graciousness in winning or losing) becoming to one participating in a sport
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First Known Use of SPORTSMANSHIP
1745
Rhymes with SPORTSMANSHIP
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SPORTSMANSHIP Defined for Kids
sportsmanship
noun sports·man·ship \ˈspȯrts-mən-ˌship\
Definition of SPORTSMANSHIP for Kids
: fair play, respect for opponents, and gracious behavior in winning or losing
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