Definition

1. Noun:
   • A racetrack for racing automobiles or motorcycles: A purpose-built circuit or oval track designed specifically for high-speed motor racing events.
   • Road where high speed driving is allowed: (Chiefly US) A road, often a major highway or expressway, where vehicles are permitted to travel at high speeds.

Examples of Usage

• Noun (Racetrack): We bought tickets to see the championship race at the local speedway. The motorcycle speedway is known for its loose dirt surface and sliding corners.

• Noun (High-speed road): The new speedway connecting the two cities has significantly reduced travel time. He prefers taking the speedway to avoid all the traffic lights on the local roads.

Advanced Usage

• "to be a speedway": (informal) To be a place or situation where things move or happen very quickly.

Variants and Related Words

• Speedway racing (n): The sport of racing motorcycles or cars on a speedway track.

Synonyms

• Racetrack: A track for races, especially for horses, cars, or motorcycles.
• Raceway: A track or channel for racing.
• Expressway: (for the road meaning) A major divided highway designed for high-speed traffic.

Related Phrases

• "Speedway of love": (Idiomatic, informal) Used humorously to refer to a romantic relationship that is progressing very rapidly.

Noun

1. a racetrack for racing automobiles or motorcycles
2. road where high speed driving is allowed