hippodrome
Translation
hippodrome, racecourse
Examples
Ancient Romans watched chariot races at the hippodrome.
Ancient Romans watched chariot races at the hippodrome.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the)) hippodrome a stadium for horse and chariot racing They built a new hippodrome outside the city.
Similar Words
Synonyms: racetrack, stadium, arena
Etymology
From Greek 'hippos' (horse) + 'dromos' (race, course). 'Horse race course'.
Memory Tips
Remember that 'hippos' means horse (a hippopotamus is a 'river horse'). So, it's a place for horse races.