noun
motocross
MOH-tuh-kros
Motocross (noun) means a sport in which motorcycles race over rough, off-road terrain with jumps and tight turns. Example: “He's been competing in motocross since he was twelve.”
noun
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A sport in which motorcycles race over rough, off-road terrain with jumps and tight turns.
"He's been competing in motocross since he was twelve."
"The motocross track was carved into the side of a hill."
How to use motocross
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishOff-road motorcycle racing over bumpy, hilly courses.
Common pairings
motocross racer
motocross track
motocross bike
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Word forms
- Plural
- motocrosses
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Etymology
Borrowed from French motocross, a blend of moto ("motorcycle") and English cross-country.
Synonyms
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MX
scrambling
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Frequently asked questions
What does “motocross” mean?
The word “motocross” means a sport in which motorcycles race over rough, off-road terrain with jumps and tight turns. In plain terms, off-road motorcycle racing over bumpy, hilly courses.
How do you pronounce “motocross”?
“Motocross” is pronounced MOH-tuh-kros (/ˈmoʊ.doʊˌkɹɔs/ in IPA).
How do you use “motocross” in a sentence?
Here is “motocross” used in a sentence: “He's been competing in motocross since he was twelve.”
What is another word for “motocross”?
Words with a similar meaning to “motocross” include MX and scrambling.
What part of speech is “motocross”?
“Motocross” is a noun.
Where does the word “motocross” come from?
The word “motocross” comes from French. Borrowed from French motocross, a blend of moto ("motorcycle") and English cross-country.
