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Racing

UK /["/ˈreɪsɪŋ/"]/US /["/ˈreɪsɪŋ/"]/

Definition

the sport of racing horses

In simple words: The sport of competing in speed against others.

Examples

  • I enjoy racing my friends on the weekends.
  • The racing scene in the city has become more popular over the years.
  • Racing down the hill was exhilarating for the kids.
  • He is thinking about joining a racing team next season.
  • The horse racing event attracted thousands of spectators.

Usage notes

Used in contexts related to sports or competitions. Can apply to both organized events and informal races. Avoid using in formal writing unless discussing sports.

Grammar pattern

racing + object (e.g. cars, horses)

Memory hint

Think of 'race-ing' as being fast like a racing car zooming around a track.

Collocations

  • horse
  • thoroughbred
  • flat
  • results
  • tip
  • expert
  • competitive
  • auto
  • car
  • champion
  • legend
  • star

Synonyms

  • competition
  • contest
  • speeding

Antonyms

  • walking
  • strolling

Common mistakes

  • Confusing with 'chasing' which implies pursuing rather than competing.
  • Using 'race' instead of 'racing' as a gerund in continuous forms.