spoor |
the track, trail, or droppings of a wild animal. |
sporadic |
occurring irregularly or in a thinly scattered manner in time or space. |
sporangium |
a plant cell or organ such as a sac or branch that produces spores; spore case. |
spore |
a tiny reproductive body consisting of one or more cells, produced by ferns, fungi, and other organisms. [2 definitions] |
spore case |
a sporangium. |
sporo- |
spore. |
sporogonium |
the organism in mosses and liverworts that produces spores, usu. a sac or capsule on the stalk. |
sporophyll |
a leaf or leaflike structure that produces spores. |
sporophyte |
in a plant that undergoes alternation of generations, the form that is produced by a fertilized egg and in turn produces spores. (Cf. gametophyte.) |
sporran |
a leather purse or pouch, often covered with fur, that is worn hanging in front of the kilt as part of the dress costume of Scottish Highlanders. |
sport |
recreation, usually requiring skill and often vigorous physical activity. [10 definitions] |
sporting |
active or interested in organized sports. [3 definitions] |
sporting chance |
a fair or even chance for success in an endeavor or competition. |
sporting goods |
items for sale that are related to sports and hunting. |
sportive |
fun-loving; playful. [2 definitions] |
sports |
of or pertaining to a sport or to sporting or athletic events. [2 definitions] |
sports car |
a small, low automobile suitable for racing, with a high-powered engine and usu. with seats for two. |
sportscast |
a broadcast of a sports event or sports news on television or radio. |
sports jacket |
a jacket similar to one worn with a men's suit but designed to be more casual. |
sportsman |
a man who engages in sports or outdoor pastimes, esp. hunting or fishing. [2 definitions] |
sportsmanship |
the characteristics and conduct worthy of a sportsman. |