Definition

Noun: - The sport of racing camels: A competitive sport where camels, typically ridden by jockeys, race against each other over a set distance.

Usage

• This term functions exclusively as a compound noun. It refers to the organized sporting event itself.
• It is typically used in a general sense to describe the activity or as a specific event title.

Examples

Advanced Usage

• While "camel racing" itself is a fixed compound, it can be modified to specify types or aspects of the sport.
  • Professional camel racing often involves sophisticated training and breeding programs.
  • Robotic jockeys are now commonly used in modern camel racing for ethical and practical reasons.

Variants and Related Words

• Camel race (n): Refers to a single instance or event of camel racing.
  • The camel race attracted thousands of spectators.
• Camel racer (n): A person who rides or trains camels for racing.
  • The young camel racer won his first trophy.

Synonyms

• There are no direct single-word synonyms for this specific compound noun. Related descriptive phrases include:
  • Desert racing (this is broader and can include vehicles)
  • Animal racing (this is a much broader category)

Related Phrases

• Camel racing track: The designated course or stadium for the sport.
  • The new camel racing track is one of the longest in the region.
• Camel racing season: The period of the year when official races are held.
  • The camel racing season begins in the cooler winter months.

Noun

1. the sport of racing camels