racetrack

noun

race·​track ˈrās-ˌtrak 

: a usually oval course for racing

Examples of racetrack in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Randy Quaid has some strong opinions about Tom Cruise's return to the racetrack – and who should be joining him. — Sameen Chaudhry, USA Today, 31 Aug. 2026

One of the more remarkable streaks in the history of this nearly century-old racetrack is still alive. — Jay Posner, Los Angeles Times, 30 Aug. 2026

Many of the animals were heading to out-of-state racetracks, with their trainers and work crews, while some owners were getting out of the business and retiring their livestock to farms. — Robert McCoppin, Chicago Tribune, 28 Aug. 2026

There were multiple flyovers and military bands flooded the racetrack. — Ava Berger, NPR, 24 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1835, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for racetrack

• almanac
• camelback
• cardiac
• carryback
• cluniac
• diamondback
• lumberjack
• maniac
• paperback
• piggyback
• quarterback
• saddleback

Kids Definition

racetrack

noun

race·​track ˈrā-ˌstrak 

: a usually oval course on which races are run