racetrack

noun

race·​track ˈrās-ˌtrak How to pronounce racetrack (audio)
: a usually oval course for racing

Examples of racetrack in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Tom Cruise still has a need for speed in his movies, whether that's in the air, on a racetrack, or even on the ground, chasing a storm. Raechal Shewfelt, EW.com, 12 July 2024 Some 2,000 horses die on American racetracks every year. Joan Morris, The Mercury News, 8 July 2024 The shopping village is part of a huge, unique setting in suburban Elmont, Long Island, sitting adjacent to the famed Belmont Park racetrack, which is being redeveloped and downsized, and the UBS Arena, home to the New York Islanders hockey team co-owned by Malkin, and a venue for concerts. Luisa Zargani, WWD, 2 July 2024 Saratoga, which is about 187 miles north of New York City, houses one of the most historic racetracks, mineral springs and extensive spas. Ana Calderone, Peoplemag, 8 June 2024 See all Example Sentences for racetrack 

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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 27 Jul. 2024.

Kids Definition

racetrack

noun
race·​track ˈrā-ˌstrak How to pronounce racetrack (audio)
: a usually oval course on which races are run

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