racewalking

noun

race·walk·ing | \ ˈrās-ˌwȯ-kiŋ

Definition of racewalking

: the competitive sport of racing at a fast walk while maintaining continuous foot contact with the ground and keeping the supporting leg straight

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Other Words from racewalking

racewalk \ ˈrās-ˌwȯk

\ intransitive verb

racewalker \ ˈrās-ˌwȯ-kər

\ noun

Examples of racewalking in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web World Athletics is the international governing body for the sports of athletics, covering track and field, cross country running, road running, racewalking, mountain running and ultra running. — Analis Bailey, USA TODAY, 28 Nov. 2021 Having the knowledge behind proper racewalking has helped aid his recovery. — Scott Gleeson, USA TODAY, 1 May 2020 The question has caused an uproar in the sport of racewalking. — JerÉ Longman, New York Times, 11 Apr. 2017

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