Definition

A contest where drivers of vehicles, like buses, compete in various driving skills on roads. The term is a play on the word 'rodeo', which usually refers to a competition involving horses and cattle.

Example

The city hosted a roadeo to showcase the skills of its bus drivers.

Conversation

Did you hear about the upcoming roadeo in town this weekend?

Yeah, I heard it's going to be really fun to watch!

I think we should go and see how the drivers handle their vehicles.

Definitely! It should be exciting to see who wins the roadeo.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'roadeo' originates from the combination of 'road' (from Old English *rād*, meaning a way or path) and the suffix '-eo' (which is a variant of '-o', often used in informal contexts). The term refers to a gathering or event involving vehicles, typically on a road.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'road' as a path where vehicles gather for an event, which helps you remember that 'roadeo' is about vehicles on a road.

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