racer
- 01 B1 Intermediate
a person who takes part in a race, such as a runner or a driver.
a person who competes in a contest of speed.
Simple“The young racer crossed the finish line just seconds before his rival.”
In context“Professional racers often undergo rigorous physical training to withstand the extreme G-forces experienced during high-speed cornering.”
Synonyms - 02 B1 Intermediate
a car, bicycle, or animal (like a horse) that is specially bred or built for racing.
a vehicle or animal designed, bred, or maintained specifically for competitive racing.
Simple“He spent all his savings on a sleek new racer for the upcoming cycling season.”
In context“The team spent months fine-tuning the engine of their primary racer to ensure peak performance during the endurance event.”
Synonymsracecarthoroughbred - 03 B2 Upper Intermediate
a video game where you drive cars or other vehicles to win a race.
a video game belonging to the racing genre.
Simple“My brother spends every weekend playing a futuristic racer on his console.”
In context“Critics praised the new arcade racer for its realistic physics engine and diverse selection of customizable vehicles.”
Synonymsracing game - 04 C2 Proficiency
a fast-moving snake found in North and Central America.
any of several fast-moving colubrid snakes, especially those of the genus Coluber.
Simple“We saw a black racer disappear quickly into the tall grass.”
In context“The North American racer is known for its impressive speed and agility when navigating through dense underbrush to escape predators.”
Synonymsblack racer
From race + -er. First attested in 1648.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.