Jock
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Sports Enthusiast
Refers to someone passionately involved in sports, often playing competitively. He spends all his free time practicing; what a jock!
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Not Always Professional
A 'jock' doesn't have to be a professional athlete; amateurs can be 'jocks' too. Despite being an amateur, he's a dedicated jock in the local soccer team.
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School Popularity
'Jock' is often associated with popular athletes in North American high schools. The high school jocks sat at their own table in the cafeteria.