racecourse

noun

race·​course ˈrās-ˌkȯrs How to pronounce racecourse (audio)
Synonyms of racecoursenext
1
: a course for racing
2

Examples of racecourse in a Sentence

fell into the racecourse for an abandoned water mill
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There’s also a fully operational farm with 1,149 arable acres and extensive infrastructure, along with equestrian facilities comprising two professional racing yards, private gallops, numerous paddocks, and a racecourse that was refurbished in 2018. Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 26 May 2026 Construction crews could be seen working on Friday as the racecourse is under construction. Kaicey Baylor, CBS News, 15 May 2026 She is born for the racecourse. Dea Jusufi, Forbes.com, 9 May 2026 Other nearby attractions include Legoland, historic Runnymede, the Ascot racecourse and the town of Burnham itself. Chas Newkey-Burden, TheWeek, 24 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for racecourse

Word History

First Known Use

1764, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of racecourse was in 1764

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“Racecourse.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/racecourse. Accessed 3 Jun. 2026.

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racecourse

noun
race·​course ˈrā-ˌskō(ə)rs How to pronounce racecourse (audio)
-ˌskȯ(ə)rs
: a place for racing

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