disport

[dɪˈspɔːt]

disport Definition

  • 1enjoy oneself unrestrainedly; frolic
  • 2divert or amuse (someone)
  • 3a pastime or game

Using disport: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "disport" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The children disported themselves in the park.

  • Example

    He disported himself with his friends at the party.

  • Example

    The king disported himself with hunting and hawking.

  • Example

    She disported herself with a book in the garden.

disport Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for disport

Antonyms for disport

Phrases with disport

  • engage in an activity for enjoyment or amusement

    Example

    She disported herself with painting during her free time.

  • engage in an activity in a particular place for enjoyment or amusement

    Example

    They disported themselves in the pool on a hot summer day.

  • engage in an activity at a particular event or occasion for enjoyment or amusement

    Example

    He disported himself at the carnival games, trying to win a prize.

Origins of disport

from Middle English 'disporten', from Old French 'desporter', from des- (expressing reversal) + porter 'carry'

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Summary: disport in Brief

The verb 'disport' [dɪˈspɔːt] means to enjoy oneself without restraint, often by engaging in playful or amusing activities. It can also mean to amuse or entertain someone. 'Disport' is often used in the context of leisure activities, such as playing games or engaging in sports, as in 'The children disported themselves in the park.' Synonyms include 'frolic,' 'revel,' and 'carouse.'