racecourse

noun

race·​course ˈrās-ˌkȯrs 

1

: a course for racing

2

: raceway sense 1

Synonyms

• aqueduct
• canal
• channel
• conduit
• course
• flume
• raceway
• watercourse
• waterway

Examples of racecourse in a Sentence

fell into the racecourse for an abandoned water mill

Recent Examples on the Web

Creeping along at what feels like a snail’s pace, the instructors use two-way radios to point out every challenging corner and elevation change on the racecourse. —Michael Van Runkle, Robb Report, 2 Aug. 2024

Hula Hoop Relay For this game, set up two side-by-side racecourses. —Catherine Holecko, Parents, 16 July 2024

Since the last time the Stars and Stripes Nationals were hosted at Waterford Oaks BMX in 2014, the track has jumped up to the No. 1 out of eight racecourses in a state where BMX is a surprisingly popular sport. —Kylie Martin, Detroit Free Press, 7 July 2024

Designs include metal frame sunglasses with sleek curves, with each frame named after one of the racecourse’s famous turns. —Julia Teti, WWD, 24 June 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1764, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

racecourse

noun

race·​course ˈrā-ˌskō(ə)rs 

-ˌskȯ(ə)rs

: a place for racing