Meaning & Definition of word "Race"

Race

/reɪs/

1. A competition of speed, where individuals or teams move rapidly to reach a goal.
- Example: The horse race attracted a large crowd of spectators.
2. A group of people identified by shared physical or social qualities.
- Example: She was proud of her heritage and the history of her race.
3. A category or group within a biological classification.
- Example: The scientists studied the different races of the species.

1. To compete in a race.
- Example: They decided to race each other to the top of the hill.
2. To move quickly; to hurry.
- Example: I had to race to catch the bus this morning.

Derived from Middle French 'race' meaning lineage or stock.

rat race:

A frustrating or tiring competition, typically in a work environment.

race against time:

A situation where you must hurry to achieve something before a deadline.

race to the bottom:

A situation where competition leads to lower standards.

ethnicity:

A category of people who identify with each other based on shared cultural or ancestral traits.

competition:

A contest or rivalry between individuals or groups.

Meaning: To race someone or something informally.

Example Sentence: Let's race to that tree!

Meaning: To drive very fast, as in street racing.

Example Sentence: He likes to race his car on the weekends.