Definition

Noun: 1. An organization that promotes and regulates horse racing: A "jockey club" is a formal association or society whose primary purpose is to oversee, organize, and set the rules for the sport of horse racing. It often manages racecourses, licenses participants, and ensures standards are maintained.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The local jockey club announced the schedule for the upcoming racing season.
  • Membership in the prestigious Jockey Club is highly sought after by owners and breeders.
  • All official race meetings are sanctioned by the national jockey club.

Advanced Usage

• As a proper noun: When referring to a specific, historically significant organization, such as in the United Kingdom or the United States, it is often capitalized. These entities are the supreme regulatory authorities for horse racing in their respective countries.
  • The rules set by The Jockey Club are followed by all registered thoroughbred breeders.

Variants and Related Words

• Jockey (n): A professional rider in horse races.
• Racing club (n): A more general term for an organization involved in horse racing.
• Turf club (n): A social club associated with horse racing, often similar in function to a jockey club.

Synonyms

• Racing authority
• Horse racing association
• Turf authority

Related Phrases

• Under the rules of the jockey club: Meaning an action is done in accordance with the official regulations of the sport.
  • The horse was disqualified under the rules of the jockey club.

Noun

1. a club to promote and regulate horse racing