speedway
/'spi:dwei/
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Definition
- 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
- a racetrack for racing automobiles or motorcycles
- road where high speed driving is allowed