Outracing: meaning, definitions and examples

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outracing

 

[ ˌaʊtˈreɪsɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

racing competition

Outracing refers to the act of moving faster than someone or something else in a race or competition. It often involves a competitive context where one participant is trying to surpass another. The term can apply to various sports, including running, cycling, and motorsports. Outracing someone can signify superior skill, training, or simply a significant advantage during the event.

Synonyms

outdoing, outpacing, surpassing.

Examples of usage

  • She won the race by outracing her opponent in the final lap.
  • The athlete is known for outracing everyone in the last stretch of the marathon.
  • He effortlessly outraced the competition during the sprint.

Translations

Translations of the word "outracing" in other languages:

🇵🇹 superação

🇮🇳 पार करना

🇩🇪 übertreffen

🇮🇩 mengalahkan

🇺🇦 перевершення

🇵🇱 przewyższenie

🇯🇵 追い越す

🇫🇷 dépasser

🇪🇸 superar

🇹🇷 geçmek

🇰🇷 앞서다

🇸🇦 تجاوز

🇨🇿 překonání

🇸🇰 prekonanie

🇨🇳 超越

🇸🇮 preseganje

🇮🇸 yfirvinna

🇰🇿 асып түсу

🇬🇪 გადაჭარბება

🇦🇿 üstünlük

🇲🇽 superar

Etymology

The word 'outracing' is derived from the combination of the prefix 'out-', indicating a surpassing action, and the word 'race', which has Old French and Latin roots. 'Race' stems from the Latin 'radica', later evolving in meaning to signify a contest of speed. 'Outrace' began to take form in the English language in the early 20th century, primarily used in sports contexts. It reflects the growing fascination with competitive racing in various forms, including foot races and motor racing. As competition became an integral part of athletic culture, terms like 'outracing' gained popularity, symbolizing the relentless pursuit of speed and victory. This evolution mirrors changes in society that increasingly value athleticism and physical achievement.