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sport vs lusus naturae

lusus naturae vs sport

sport and lusus naturae both are nouns.

sport is a verb but lusus naturae is not a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
sport Yes No Yes No
lusus naturae Yes No No No
As nouns, lusus naturae is a hyponym of sport; that is, lusus naturae is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than sport:
  • sport: (biology) an organism that has characteristics resulting from chromosomal alteration
  • lusus naturae: a person or animal that is markedly unusual or deformed
Other hyponyms of sport include freak, monster, monstrosity.
sport (noun) lusus naturae (noun)
an active diversion requiring physical exertion and competition a person or animal that is markedly unusual or deformed
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
sport (verb) lusus naturae (verb)
play boisterously
wear or display in an ostentatious or proud manner
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