racing
UK: ˈreɪsɪŋ | US: ˈreɪsɪŋ
n. the sport or activity of competing in races
v. present participle of "race" (to compete in speed)
adj. designed or used for races (e.g., racing car)
The word "racing" derives from the verb "race," which originated from the Old Norse "rás" (a running, rush). The suffix "-ing" is a productive English morpheme forming present participles or nouns denoting actions or results. The combination reflects the core idea of "the act of competing in speed contests," evolving from physical footraces to modern vehicular competitions.
Horse racing is a popular sport in many countries.
She enjoys watching car racing on weekends.
The racing team trained hard for the championship.
His new job involves designing racing bicycles.
The sound of racing engines filled the air at the track.