footrace

Other forms: footraces

Definitions of footrace

1. noun

   a race run on foot
   synonyms: foot race, run

   types:

   fun run, funrun

   a footrace run for fun (often including runners who are sponsored for a charity)

   marathon

   a foot race of 26 miles and 385 yards

   obstacle race

   a race in which competitors must negotiate obstacles

   steeplechase

   a footrace of usually 3000 meters over a closed track with hurdles and a water jump

   track event

   a footrace performed on a track (indoor or outdoor)

   dash

   a footrace run at top speed

   hurdle race, hurdles, hurdling

   a footrace in which contestants must negotiate a series of hurdles

   mile

   a footrace extending one mile

   type of:

   race

   a contest of speed