Definition

Noun: A woman who participates in sports or athletic activities, either as a hobby or professionally.

Usage

The word "sportswoman" is used to specifically refer to a female athlete or active participant in sports. It highlights the individual's engagement in physical activities that involve skill, competition, or exercise.

Examples

• She is a dedicated sportswoman who trains for the marathon every morning.
• The award was given to an outstanding sportswoman for her achievements in tennis.
• As a professional sportswoman, her schedule is dominated by training and competitions.

Advanced Usage

• "An all-around sportswoman": A woman who is skilled in multiple different sports.
  • She is an all-around sportswoman, excelling in swimming, cycling, and running.

Variants and Related Words

• Sportswomen (n): The plural form of sportswoman.
  • The ceremony honored the country's top sportswomen.
• Sportsman (n): The male equivalent; a man who engages in sports.
• Athlete (n): A more general term for a person proficient in sports and physical exercise, regardless of gender.

Synonyms

• Female athlete: A woman who is trained or skilled in exercises, sports, or games requiring physical strength, agility, or stamina.
• Sportswoman is the direct synonym for itself in this context.

Antonyms

• Non-athlete: A person who does not participate in sports or athletic activities.

Related Phrases

• "The spirit of a sportswoman": Refers to the qualities of fair play, determination, and dedication associated with a female athlete.
  • Even in defeat, she showed the true spirit of a sportswoman.

Noun

1. someone who engages in sports