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racecourse

American  
[reys-kawrs, -kohrs] / ˈreɪsˌkɔrs, -ˌkoʊrs /

noun

  1. racetrack.

  2. a current of water, as a millrace.

racecourse British  
/ 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

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Etymology

Origin of racecourse

First recorded in 1755–65; race 1 + course

Example Sentences

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She’s eager for you to join her on the racecourse, though she’s disinclined to map the route.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 9, 2026

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

From BBC • Aug. 1, 2025

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

From BBC • Jul. 2, 2025

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

From BBC • Jun. 19, 2025

On December 1 Smith walked out of the barn and stooped over the dirt racecourse.

From "Seabiscuit: An American Legend" by Laura Hillenbrand

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