: a small motorized vehicle used especially for racing

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Wilderness Resort, Wisconsin Dells The Wisconsin Dells is famous for its water parks, and Wilderness Resort sets the bar as America's largest indoor/outdoor version, with eight water parks (four indoor, four outdoor), ziplines, minigolf, laser tag, go-karts, a spa, golf course, and more. Jess Hoffert, Midwest Living, 9 May 2026 Sit under the sun at Big Cedar Beach, ride the go-karts and bumper cars at the Fun Mountain entertainment zone, and take in the views from the Top of the Rock Ozarks Heritage Preserve. Beth Luberecki, USA Today, 6 May 2026 The two victims were both in the go-kart, an unidentified spokesperson for the police department said in an email to The Denver Post. Lauren Penington, Denver Post, 4 May 2026 Along with a go-kart track, there’s a 22-car auto gallery with mechanical and paint capabilities, an evolution of Wallace’s original vision. Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 30 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for go-kart

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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“Go-kart.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/go-kart. Accessed 11 May. 2026.

Kids Definition

go-kart

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

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