spectator sport
A 'spectator sport' is a type of sport that attracts large audiences who prefer watching rather than participating.
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Definition
B2General
(common)A sport that attracts large audiences who prefer to watch rather than participate.
Example
- Football is one of the most popular spectator sports in the world.
- Basketball games often draw huge crowds, making it a major spectator sport.
C1Entertainment
(idiomatic)An activity or event designed to entertain or engage an audience.
Example
- Reality TV shows have become a new kind of spectator sport.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "spectator sport":
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