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noun

racing

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noun
1
The sport or activity of competing in races.
"He got into horse racing after visiting the track with his father."
"Formula One racing draws huge crowds every season."

How to Use Racing

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe general sport of taking part in races, whether on foot, on horseback, or in vehicles.

Common pairings
horse racing car racing racing circuit

Word Forms

racings plural

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Etymology

Formed from "race" plus the suffix "-ing."

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