Gymkhana: meaning, definitions and examples

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gymkhana

 

[dส’ษชmหˆkษ‘หnษ™ ]

Definition

Context #1 | Noun

sports event

Gymkhana refers to a competitive event involving a series of activities or challenges, often in the form of obstacle courses or timed races. The term is commonly associated with automotive sports, where participants navigate through a course marked by cones or other obstacles. It can also pertain to equestrian events where horse riders perform specific tasks.

Synonyms

competition, event, race.

Examples of usage

  • The gymkhana event attracted many skilled drivers.
  • She participated in a gymkhana competition with her horse.
  • The local car club hosts a gymkhana every summer.

Interesting Facts

Etymology

  • The word comes from the Hindi term 'jhฤnkฤr', meaning a place for games.
  • Originally, it referred to a gathering or competition featuring various athletic or horse-riding activities.
  • The term gained popularity in British India during the 19th century.

Automobile Culture

  • Gymkhana events often combine driving skills with agility, where drivers navigate through obstacles and perform stunts.
  • A popular modern influence on gymkhana is the YouTube series by Ken Block, which showcases elaborate courses and entertaining driving maneuvers.
  • Many car enthusiasts and racers use gymkhana to display not only speed but also precision driving capabilities.

Sports and Recreation

  • Gymkhana has roots in equestrian sports and includes events like horse jumping and barrel racing.
  • Outside auto racing, gymkhanas can be organized for various sports, utilizing skills such as agility and coordination.
  • The format encourages sportsmanship, as competitors cheer each other on while still competing strongly.

Global Events

  • International gymkhana rallies often draw large crowds and feature multiple disciplines, attracting participants worldwide.
  • Some gymkhana events incorporate local cultural elements, making them unique to their regions and reflecting local traditions.
  • Notable locations for gymkhana competitions include specially designed tracks or even city streets turned into challenging driving courses.

Translations

Translations of the word "gymkhana" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น gymkhana

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคœเคฟเคฎเค–เคพเคจเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Gymkhana

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ gymkhana

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะณั–ะผั…ะฐะฝะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ gymkhana

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ธใƒ ใ‚ซใƒผใƒŠ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท gymkhana

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ gymkhana

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท gymkhana

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ง์นด๋‚˜

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฌูŠู…ุฎุงู†ุง

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ gymkhana

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ gymkhana

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅ‰ๅง†ๅก็บณ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ gymkhana

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ gymkhana

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะณะธะผั…ะฐะฝะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฏแƒ˜แƒ›แƒฎแƒแƒœแƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ gymkhana

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ gymkhana

Word Frequency Rank

At position #40,682, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.