Definition

A competition where people run on foot to see who is the fastest.

Example

She trained hard for the footrace to improve her speed.

Conversation

Are you planning to join the footrace this weekend?

Yes, I think it will be a lot of fun!

I heard there will be prizes for the top finishers in the footrace.

That makes it even more exciting! I hope I can win something.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Footrace → It is formed from "foot" (from Old English "fōt", meaning the lower limb of the body) and "race" (from Old French "rasse", meaning a contest of speed). The word "footrace" refers to a contest of speed that is run on foot.

Memory Tip

Think of using your 'feet' ('foot') to compete in a 'race' — that's why a footrace is a contest where you run.

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