racecourse

[reys-kawrs, -kohrs]

noun

1. racetrack.

2. a current of water, as a millrace.

racecourse

/ ˈreɪsˌkɔːs /

noun

1. Also called (esp US and Canadian): racetrack. a long broad track, usually of grass, enclosed between rails, and with starting and finishing points marked upon it, over which horses are raced

Word History and Origins

Origin of racecourse¹

First recorded in 1755–65; race ¹ + course

Example Sentences

The couple took part in the traditional carriage procession the Royal Family make onto the racecourse to signal the start of the day.

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The event's promoters and the racecourse have been approached for comment.

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There had been much attention paid when the princess did not take part in an engagement at the Ascot racecourse.

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Dozens of people required medical assistance because of heat-related illness on the second day of Royal Ascot, racecourse officials have confirmed.

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The event, one of the highlights of the summer social calendar, is taking place over five days at the Berkshire racecourse and is expected to draw more than 250,000 spectators.

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