racetrack
Racetrack (noun) means a course laid out specifically for holding races. Example: “Thousands of fans packed the racetrack for the final lap.”
How to use racetrack
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe course or venue where races — cars, horses, or otherwise — take place.
Word forms
racetracks plural
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Thousands of fans packed the _____ for the final lap.
Etymology
A compound of "race" and "track."
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Frequently asked questions
What does “racetrack” mean?
The word “racetrack” means a course laid out specifically for holding races. In plain terms, the course or venue where races — cars, horses, or otherwise — take place.
How do you pronounce “racetrack”?
“Racetrack” is pronounced RAYS-trak (/ˈɹeɪsˌtɹæk/ in IPA).
How do you use “racetrack” in a sentence?
Here is “racetrack” used in a sentence: “Thousands of fans packed the racetrack for the final lap.”
What part of speech is “racetrack”?
“Racetrack” is a noun.