# raceway

/ˈɹeɪˌsweɪ/ (US) · /ɹˈeɪsweɪ/ (UK) · CEFR B2 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/raceway
Updated: 2026-05-20

## Definition

a track or path where people or vehicles compete in a race. It is usually a long, flat area with barriers to keep the competitors safe.

For teachers: a track or course specifically designed for competitive racing. Often refers to a physical strip of land or a designated area within a larger facility.

## Examples

- The raceway is closed for maintenance this weekend.
- The professional drivers practiced on the raceway before the national championship began.
- The construction of the new raceway required significant investment in drainage systems to ensure the track remained safe and level during the rainy season.

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