speedway

• Nom désignant une piste ou un circuit spécialement conçu pour la course à grande vitesse, notamment pour les automobiles ou les motos, ainsi que la discipline sportive qui s'y déroule.

A noun referring to a road or racetrack designed for high-speed driving or racing, particularly for automobiles or motorcycles.

1. High-speed roadB1formal

   A road or highway designed for high-speed travel, often with limited access and multiple lanes.

   voie rapide

   • The new speedway connects the city to the airport.
   • Drivers must obey the speed limit on the speedway.
   • The speedway was built to reduce travel time between the two towns.

   Synonymesautobahnexpresswayfreewayhighwaymotorwaythruwayturnpike

2. Racetrack for vehiclesB1formalsport

   A specially designed track for racing cars or motorcycles, often oval-shaped.

   Piste de course pour véhicules

   • The motorcycle race took place at the local speedway.
   • He has been racing at the speedway for over ten years.
   • The speedway was packed with fans cheering for their favorite drivers.

   Synonymescircuitracetracktrack