disport
The last word for this weeks theme of "dis" words is...
disport.
Meaning:
1) To divert or amuse.
2) To display.
Origin:
From Old French desporter: des- + porter (carry).
Forms:
disported, disporting (verbs)
disportment (noun) - diversion, amusement, frolicsome play.
Examples:
"After a rough day in the office, Charles disported himself at the local nightclub."
"The fans disported their support for their team by doing the wave."
disport.
Meaning:
1) To divert or amuse.
2) To display.
Origin:
From Old French desporter: des- + porter (carry).
Forms:
disported, disporting (verbs)
disportment (noun) - diversion, amusement, frolicsome play.
Examples:
"After a rough day in the office, Charles disported himself at the local nightclub."
"The fans disported their support for their team by doing the wave."


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