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sportsmanship

noun B1
  1. The good attitude/behaviour displayed by players of a game; fairness, determination, magnanimity, courtesy towards opponents, and winning or losing gracefully. (uncountable)
  2. The behaviour exhibited in playing sports, either good or bad. (uncountable) · James showed good sportsmanship in consoling Shankar after his wicket fell.

Plural sportsmanships

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