# speedway

/ˈspidˌweɪ/ (US) · /spˈiːdweɪ/ (UK) · CEFR B2 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/speedway
Updated: 2026-08-15

## Definition

a special track used for racing cars or motorcycles. It is usually shaped like an oval and has a hard surface.

For teachers: a track specifically designed for high-speed motor racing, typically oval in shape and featuring banked curves.

## Examples

- The cars race around the speedway at high speeds.
- Thousands of fans gathered at the local speedway to watch the final motorcycle race of the season.
- The construction of the new international speedway revitalized the region's economy by attracting major automotive sponsors and hosting high-profile endurance events throughout the summer months.

## Usage notes

- In American English, it often refers to a major highway or a large racing facility; in British English, it specifically refers to motorcycle racing on dirt tracks.

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