Disporting

/dɪsˈpɔːrtɪŋ/ verb

Definition

The present participle of disport; engaging in playful activity, amusement, or recreation.

Etymology

Present participle of 'disport' using the '-ing' suffix. Describes ongoing recreation or leisurely activity.

Kelly Says

The gerund 'disporting' appears frequently in Victorian literature to describe people engaging in various recreational activities, making it sound both genteel and somehow mischievous at the same time!

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