: a small motorized vehicle used especially for racing

Examples of go-kart in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Cruise ships feature a range of amenities, from roller coasters and go-kart tracks to spas and dining, but passengers may not always know where to find mental health resources on board. USA TODAY, 4 Apr. 2024 The outdoor activities are where Paws Up truly excels, from family-friendly go-kart racing to an aerial ropes course to cattle drives. Samantha Falewée, Travel + Leisure, 16 Mar. 2024 Lowell and several of his Lakeville North classmates are currently competing in a rat rod go-kart build off with a group of students from Minneapolis Public Schools, a contest in which advanced technology education students plan, sketch, and build a go-kart to be raced next fall. Elliot Mann, Twin Cities, 27 Jan. 2024 There were no theme parks to hit up while out this way, so Kinsley and her father toured the Indianapolis Speedway and visited a local go-kart racing. The Indianapolis Star, 2 Mar. 2024 Over the course of six days, blow-ins and natives alike took part in events like the sandcastle contest, the town crier competition, the talent show, the go-kart race, the pig race, and the Daft Raft Race—in which teams braved the open waves on homemade boats. Rebecca Panovka, Harper's Magazine, 9 Feb. 2024 Read Next National Ultimate man cave with a go-kart track lists in Minnesota. Tj MacIas, Sacramento Bee, 18 Feb. 2024 Unfortunately, go-karts are not included in the sale. Tj MacIas, Kansas City Star, 14 Feb. 2024 Anyone over the age of 16 can rent one of their state-of-the-art go-karts, each reaching speeds of up to 55 mph. Charlottefive Staff, Charlotte Observer, 31 Jan. 2024

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Word History

Etymology

alteration of go-cart

First Known Use

1957, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of go-kart was in 1957

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Cite this Entry

“Go-kart.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/go-kart. Accessed 19 Apr. 2024.

Kids Definition

go-kart

noun
ˈgō-ˌkärt
: a small motorized vehicle used for racing

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