Past tense of disport; engaged in recreation, amusement, or playful activity.
From Old French 'desporter' (to carry away, divert), composed of 'des-' (away) + 'porter' (to carry). Evolved to mean engaging in recreation or entertainment.
Renaissance literature is full of courtiers and ladies 'disporting themselves' in gardens—it's a delightfully euphemistic word that suggests elegant recreation while leaving what's actually happening beautifully vague!
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