sportman

Definitions of sportman
  1. noun
    someone who engages in sports
    synonyms: jachtliefhebber, nimrod, sportbeoefenaar, sporter, sportvrouw
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    type of:
    atleet
    a person trained to compete in sports
  2. noun
    someone who enjoys outdoor activities
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    type of:
    amateur, hobbyist, liefhebber
    an athlete who does not play for pay
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