race

Definition

  • noun: a competition between people, animals, vehicles, etc., to see which one is fastest
  • noun: the act of running
  • verb: to compete in a race
  • often used before another noun
  • synonyms: raze, root, breed

Examples

  • The drivers 'raced' [='revved'] their engines while waiting at the starting line.

  • The company does not discriminate on grounds of 'race', age, sex, or religion.

  • The election is sure to become a 'horse race' by early summer.

Movie quotes

  • (..) And may the gods bless you, and give you children, and may they keep the wolf from the door. Hmm. Very good! And now, the bridal race! Go, go, go! You know the rules of the race, brother. You have to serve the feast. Are you going with the army? (..)
    2017 TvShow: Vikings Title: Revenge Season: 4 Episode 18