raceway
noun/ˈreɪsweɪ/
Frequency rank: #15,330 most common English word
Meaning
a track or channel designed for racing vehicles or boats, or for directing water flow.
Example sentence
The championship was held on raceway famous for its sharp turns and long straightaways.
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