: a usually oval course for racing

Examples of racetrack in a Sentence

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On Monday, Speedway Motorsports announced that Charlotte Motor Speedway President Greg Walter is expanding his role to include government affairs for the Charlotte and North Wilkesboro racetracks. Charlotte Observer, 15 July 2026 However, his true home is on the racetrack, which would preclude most senatorial duties. Bethy Squires, Vulture, 8 July 2026 The Mugello Circuit is about a 90-minute drive from Ferrari’s headquarters in Maranello, and the Italian marque actually owns the racetrack. Jason Barlow, Robb Report, 7 July 2026 In July 2024, the couple visited a real-life F1 racetrack and were spotted walking together during an event at Silverstone Circuit in Northamptonshire, England. Edward Segarra, USA Today, 7 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for racetrack

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1835, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of racetrack was circa 1835

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“Racetrack.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/racetrack. Accessed 17 Jul. 2026.

Kids Definition

: a usually oval course on which races are run

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