racing

noun

rac·​ing ˈrā-siŋ How to pronounce racing (audio)
Synonyms of racingnext
: the sport or profession of engaging in or holding races

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Bruckheimer’s boarding was eased by the fact that Weaver worked with the producer on last year’s F1 The Album, based on F1, the Brad Pitt racing movie that earned an Oscar nomination for best picture and won one for best sound. Borys Kit, HollywoodReporter, 22 Apr. 2026 Charles will also visit a national park, while Camilla explores a farm to highlight the work of America’s horse racing industry. Stephanie Nolasco , Ashley Papa, FOXNews.com, 22 Apr. 2026 That system mastered high-speed racing in simulation. Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 22 Apr. 2026 While the Queen was deeply involved in breeding and racing, Anne became an accomplished equestrian in her own right, even competing in the Olympic Games in 1976. Kate Hogan, PEOPLE, 21 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for racing

Word History

First Known Use

1630, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of racing was in 1630

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“Racing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/racing. Accessed 24 Apr. 2026.

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