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racing

The correct spelling is racing.

How to pronounce racing

verb

IPA: /ˈɹeɪsɪŋ/

Say it like: Ras-ing

The correct spelling is racing. To take part in a race (in the sense of a contest). For example: "The drivers were racing around the track."

Usage Examples

The drivers were racing around the track.

I raced him to the car, but he was there first, so he got to ride shotgun.

As soon as it was time to go home, he raced for the door.

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To take part in a race (in the sense of a contest).
  2. 2.To compete against in such a race.
  3. 3.To move or drive at high speed; to hurry or speed.
  4. 4.Of a motor, to run rapidly when not engaged to a transmission.
  5. 5.To assign a race to; to perceive as having a (usually specified) race.

noun

  1. 1.The sport of competing in races.

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