Sporting Man (Noun)
Meaning 2
Someone who leads a merry existence; especially a gambler on the outcome of sporting events.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The sporting man sat at the bar, regaling the bartender with tales of his latest winnings from the horse track.
- He was known around town as a sporting man, always ready to place a bet on the outcome of the big game.
- The sporting man's flashy suit and gold watch were a testament to his success as a gambler on the sports circuit.
- After a string of bad luck, the sporting man found himself in debt to several unsavory characters.
- The sporting man's carefree existence was the envy of many, but few realized the risks he took to maintain his lifestyle.