post time

noun

, Horse Racing.

1. the time at which the entries in a race are required to be at the starting post.

Word History and Origins

Origin of post time¹

First recorded in 1835–45

Example Sentences

ET, near post time, it’s around a 24% according to the Weather Channel.

From Los Angeles Times

Post time for the Classic will be 3:40 p.m.

From Los Angeles Times

Post time is scheduled at 5:30 p.m.

From Seattle Times

Mage opened as the 8-5 morning line favorite for the Preakness and was the top choice at 2-1 seven hours before post time.

From Washington Times

Brad Cox-trained First Mission has been scratched from the Preakness on the advice of veterinarians, taking one of the top contenders out of the Triple Crown race 36 hours before post time.

From Washington Times