English · Phrasal verb Attested

sport away

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Meaning · English

To lose by gambling.

Where it’s used: Used American English

He sported away the entire fortune!

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Topics: Dated

Common questions

What does “sport away” mean?

To lose by gambling.

Is “sport away” formal or informal?

sport away is generally dated.

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