Sportsmanship Definition
spôrtsmən-shĭp
noun
Skill in or fondness for sports.
Webster's New World
The conduct and attitude of participants in sports, especially when considered commendable as in fair play, courtesy, and grace in losing.
American Heritage
Qualities and behavior befitting a sportsman.
Webster's New World
Sportsmanship is defined as ethical, appropriate, polite and fair behavior while participating in a game or athletic event.
When a basketball player plays by the rules, is fair to his opponent and is gracious when he loses, this is an example of sportsmanship.
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Origin of Sportsmanship
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sportsman +"Ž -ship
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