Word
kart
UK/kˈɑːt/
Definition
n. a small, open motor vehicle with four wheels used for racing. You usually drive these on special tracks for fun or competition.
n. a small, low-slung, open-framed motor vehicle used for racing or recreation. Often referred to as a go-kart in informal contexts.
Examples
“He spends every Saturday at the track driving his kart.”
“The local racing club organized a tournament where teenagers could compete in professional-grade karts.”
“While professional karts can reach impressive speeds, the rental versions found at amusement parks are electronically limited to ensure the safety of amateur drivers.”
Examples
simple
“He spends every Saturday at the track driving his kart.”
contextual
“The local racing club organized a tournament where teenagers could compete in professional-grade karts.”
complex
“While professional karts can reach impressive speeds, the rental versions found at amusement parks are electronically limited to ensure the safety of amateur drivers.”
Usage
Often used in the compound noun 'go-kart'.
Etymology
Short for go-kart, an alteration of go-cart.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.