Derby

Pronunciation: /ˈdɜːrbiː/

Derby (noun)

  1. A race or competition, often between teams or individuals, usually in sports.
  2. A specific horse race, often with a long tradition and high importance.

Examples

  • The teams prepared for the derby with great enthusiasm.
  • The derby attracted many spectators eager to see the race.

Common collocations: local derby, football derby, annual derby, prestigious derby

Synonyms of Derby

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