Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
race
noun, verb
/reɪs/
Definition
A contest of speed, where individuals or teams compete to reach a finish line first.
Examples
- She won the race by a full minute.
- They decided to race each other to see who was faster.
- His family has a rich history that traces back to their ethnic race.
Meaning
The term ‘race’ can refer to both the action of competing in speed (like running) as well as groups of people who share common physical traits and cultural characteristics.
Synonyms
- competition
- contest
- event
