sporting
v.v. to wear or show something proudly, especially something that people will notice. You use this when someone is showing off a new look or a specific item.
v. to wear or display a particular item or physical characteristic, often with a sense of pride or ostentation. Frequently used in journalistic or descriptive contexts to highlight a person's appearance.
He is sporting a bright red tie today.
The actor arrived at the premiere sporting a thick beard and a vintage tuxedo.
By the second week of the festival, many attendees were sporting colorful wristbands that granted them exclusive access to the backstage lounges and private performances.
By surface analysis, sport + -ing.
The verb is transitive and always takes a direct object, typically an item of clothing or a physical feature.