courtside

noun

court·​side ˈkȯrt-ˌsīd How to pronounce courtside (audio)
: the area at the edge of a court (as for tennis or basketball)

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Jones suggested the event prioritized sponsors and famous courtside guests, as well as showcasing the games on social media. Sasha Rogelberg, Fortune, 18 Feb. 2026 Michelle and Barack shared a family photo with their daughter posing courtside in a joint post shared shortly after the game. Lara Walsh, InStyle, 16 Feb. 2026 This is big business for the NBA, so having accommodating sponsors and prioritizing famous faces courtside makes sense. Jason Jones, New York Times, 15 Feb. 2026 Edgecombe was motivated by the presence of his 76ers backcourt mate, All-Star Tyrese Maxey, who watched from courtside. Dallas Morning News, 14 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for courtside

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First Known Use

1969, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of courtside was in 1969

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“Courtside.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/courtside. Accessed 24 Feb. 2026.

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