: a small motorized vehicle used especially for racing

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Popular attractions include the go-karts, the Desert Storm roller coaster, and a carousel built alongside one made for Michael Jackson. Tiffany Acosta, AZCentral.com, 25 Mar. 2026 There are concerts, a lifestyle expo, a kids’ zone with go-karts and other activities, along with an array of food and drink spots, all centered on the Long Beach Convention Center and Shoreline Drive. Los Angeles Times, 22 Mar. 2026 The vessel looks a bit like a go-kart with a large motor on the back and a parachute attached. Erin Jensen, USA Today, 20 Mar. 2026 The entertainment center includes an indoor go-kart track, plus laser tag, virtual reality games and bowling. Josh Kelly, Oklahoman, 19 Mar. 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 1 Apr. 2026.

Kids Definition

go-kart

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

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