Race Definition
race
noun
- any competition; "the race for the presidency"
- a contest of speed; "the race is to the swift"
- people who are believed to belong to the same genetic stock; "some biologists doubt that there are important genetic differences between races of human beings"
- (biology) a taxonomic group that is a division of a species; usually arises as a consequence of geographical isolation within a species
- the flow of air that is driven backwards by an aircraft propeller
- a canal for a current of water
verb
- move fast; "He rushed down the hall to receive his guests"; "The cars raced down the street"
- compete in a race; "he is running the Marathon this year"; "let's race and see who gets there first"
- to work as fast as possible towards a goal, sometimes in competition with others; "We are racing to find a cure for AIDS"
- cause to move fast or to rush or race; "The psychologist raced the rats through a long maze"
"Race" in song lyrics
See how race is used in real songs:
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"How can hatred uplift a race?"
3rd Bass — Triple Stage Darkness -
"There is no master plan because there is no master race"
3rd Bass — No Master Plan No Master Race -
"There's no master plan, there's no master race"
3rd Bass — No Master Plan No Master Race
Words that rhyme with race
Usage tips for "race"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "race" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for race to find words that pair well.