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racer

RAY-suh

Racer (noun) means someone or something that takes part in a race. Example: “The young racer finished third in her first professional event.”

noun
1
Someone or something that takes part in a race.
"The young racer finished third in her first professional event."
2
Any of several fast-moving species of slender, non-venomous snakes.
"A black racer slithered quickly into the underbrush."

How to use racer

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA person, vehicle, or animal built or used for racing — also the name of a family of fast snakes.

Word forms

racers plural, Racers plural

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Etymology

Formed by adding the agent suffix "-er" to "race"; first recorded in the mid-1600s.

· First attested 1600

Class of 1600 racer joined the language around 1600.
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Rhymes for racer

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Frequently asked questions

What does “racer” mean?

The word “racer” means someone or something that takes part in a race. In plain terms, a person, vehicle, or animal built or used for racing — also the name of a family of fast snakes.

How do you pronounce “racer”?

“Racer” is pronounced RAY-suh (/ˈɹeɪ.səɹ/ in IPA).

How do you use “racer” in a sentence?

Here is “racer” used in a sentence: “The young racer finished third in her first professional event.”

What part of speech is “racer”?

“Racer” is a noun.

Where does the word “racer” come from?

The word “racer” dates back to around 1600. Formed by adding the agent suffix "-er" to "race"; first recorded in the mid-1600s.

Is “racer” a common word?

“Racer” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “racer” have?

“Racer” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: someone or something that takes part in a race.

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