Meaning of the word jock in English

What does jock mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

jock

US /dʒɑːk/
UK /dʒɒk/

Noun

a person who is very athletic and interested in sports

Example:
He was a popular jock in high school, always on the football team.
The movie often portrays jocks as strong but not very intelligent.
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