a living thing that has (or can develop) the ability to act or function independently | an active diversion requiring physical exertion and competition |
a system considered analogous in structure or function to a living body | the occupation of athletes who compete for pay |
| verbal wit or mockery (often at another's expense but not to be taken seriously) |
| someone who engages in sports |
| (biology) an organism that has characteristics resulting from chromosomal alteration |
| a person known for the way she (or he) behaves when teased or defeated or subjected to trying circumstances |
| (Maine colloquial) a temporary summer resident of Maine |