kart

American

[kahrt] / kɑrt /

noun

a small, light, low-slung, four-wheeled vehicle, usually powered by a gasoline engine, capable of speeds up to 60 miles per hour (96 km/h), and used for racing or recreation.

kart British

/ kɑːt /

noun

Also called: go-cart. go-kart. a light low-framed vehicle with small wheels and engine used for recreational racing

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Etymology

Origin of kart

1955–60, spelling variant of cart

Example Sentences

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And Lewis made a great point - in a kart race, you overtake one corner, he overtakes back.

From BBC • Apr. 23, 2026

Reddick began kart racing as a 4-year-old in Northern California.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 3, 2026

He’s won kart races in Spain and was the fastest driver at the Mexico F4 Series test.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 10, 2025

After closer examination of the kart Ruwaida was driving, it was found to be faulty.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2024

I looked up, and they were all standing around me with Hirohito’s go- kart.

From "One Crazy Summer" by Rita Williams-Garcia

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