sporting man

/spɔrdɪŋ mæn/
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Definitions of sporting man
  1. noun
    someone who leads a merry existence; especially a gambler on the outcome of sporting events
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    types:
    Edwardian
    someone belonging to (or as if belonging to) the era of Edward VII
    type of:
    gambler
    a person who wagers money on the outcome of games or sporting events
  2. noun
    someone who enjoys outdoor activities
    synonyms: outdoor man
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    type of:
    amateur
    an athlete who does not play for pay
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