potato race

American  

noun

1. a novelty race in which each contestant must move a number of potatoes from one place to another, usually in a spoon, carrying one potato at a time.

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Etymology

Origin of potato race

First recorded in 1880–85

Example Sentences

I’d like a potato race for a change.

From The Madcap of the School by Salmon, Balliol

She had no further good fortune, though she tried her luck in the potato race and the ball-catching competition, which concluded the sports.

From The Youngest Girl in the Fifth A School Story by Davis, Stanley

He began to take interest in the proceedings, however, when his brother Bryce won the potato race after a close contest with Robbie Baker; and rejoiced when Lot beat Crow Wing in jumping.

From With Ethan Allen at Ticonderoga by Foster, W. Bertram

This is a form of potato race that may afford much amusement, especially for indoor companies.

From Games for the Playground, Home, School and Gymnasium by Bancroft, Jessie Hubbell

This is a form of potato race suitable for large numbers.

From Games for the Playground, Home, School and Gymnasium by Bancroft, Jessie Hubbell