Definitions

1. noun

A person who enjoys and is skilled at playing or watching sports, often with a strong sense of fair play and respect for one’s opponents.

“He was a true sportsman and graciously accepted the loss.”

2. noun

A person who is skilled at hunting, especially with guns or other firearms.

“The sportsman had been hunting in the woods for hours.”

3. adjective

Respecting the rules and traditions of a game or sport, and accepting defeat graciously.

“It was a great sportsmanlike gesture to shake hands with the opponent after the game.”