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race car [noun]

a specially designed, high-performance vehicle used in competitive racing events

Ex: He qualified in pole position with the fastest lap time in his race car .

open-wheel car [noun]

a type of racing vehicle with its wheels located outside the main body, typically seen in Formula 1 and IndyCar racing

Ex: Open-wheel cars require pit stops for tire changes and refueling during races .

rally car [noun]

a specially modified vehicle designed for competitive racing over varied terrain, typically used in rally racing

Ex: She dreamed of owning a rally car and competing in international championships .

drift car [noun]

a specially modified vehicle used in motorsports, primarily drifting competitions

Ex: The drift car 's engine roared as it accelerated down the straightaway .

dragster [noun]

a type of racing car designed for drag racing, characterized by its long and slender frame and powerful engine

Ex: The dragster 's sleek design minimized air resistance , enhancing its speed .

sports prototype [noun]

a high-performance race car built specifically for endurance racing

Ex: Fans eagerly awaited the debut of the new sports prototype at Le Mans .

road bike [noun]

a lightweight bicycle designed for speed and efficiency on paved roads, commonly used in sports like cycling and triathlons

Ex: My friend repaired his road bike after the accident .

time trial bicycle [noun]

a specialized bicycle designed for maximum speed in time trial events in cycling

Ex: He won the race thanks to his high-performance time trial bicycle .

mountain bike [noun]

a special kind of bike made for riding on rough roads or unpaved trails, with thick tires and a strong body

Ex: The mountain bike was built to handle the toughest terrain .

cyclo-cross bike [noun]

a type of bicycle designed for the sport of cyclocross, which involves racing on mixed terrain including pavement, trails, grass, and mud

Ex:

gravel bicycle [noun]

a type of bike designed for riding on gravel roads and mixed terrains, often used in cycling sports like gravel racing

Ex: The gravel bicycle handled the dirt paths effortlessly .

tandem [noun]

a bicycle built for two or more riders, sitting one behind the other, with both riders able to pedal together to propel the bike

Ex: She adjusted the seat height on the tandem to fit her comfort .

BMX bike [noun]

a small, sturdy bicycle designed for off-road racing and stunt riding in sports like BMX racing

Ex: His BMX bike needed new handlebars after the fall .

golf cart [noun]

a small motorized vehicle designed to transport golfers and their equipment around a golf course

Ex: She loaded her clubs onto the golf cart before starting the round .

toboggan [noun]

a long flat seat with a curved front that people can sit on and slide down snowy hills

luge [noun]

a racing sled on which competitors lie face-up and feet-first, sliding feet-forward down an icy track

Ex: His luge sled reached speeds exceeding 80 miles per hour .

canoe [noun]

a narrow boat that is light and has pointed ends, which can be moved using paddles

Ex: Canoes are commonly used for recreational activities such as fishing , camping , and exploring remote waterways .

trimaran [noun]

a type of multihull boat characterized by having three hulls or floats, used in sailing and racing for its stability and speed

Ex: The trimaran glided smoothly over the waves , providing a stable ride .

yawl [noun]

a boat with two tall poles, like a ketch but with a smaller one at the back

Ex: He raised the sails on the yawl in preparation for an afternoon sail .

kayak [noun]

a type of boat that is light and has an opening in the top in which the paddler sits

Ex: Kayaks are often used for recreational activities such as whitewater rafting and sea kayaking .

rowboat [noun]

a small, narrow boat propelled by oars

Ex: They raced their rowboats across the bay in a friendly competition .

ski lift [noun]

a machine at ski resorts that carries skiers and snowboarders uphill using chairs hanging from cables or hooks attached to a moving cable

Ex: His ski pole got tangled in the safety bar while riding the ski lift .

sailboat [noun]

a boat propelled primarily by sails, which capture the wind's power to move across the water

Ex: She adjusted the sailboat 's rigging to catch more wind .

ski tow [noun]

a ski lift that pulls skiers and snowboarders uphill while they stand on the snow, usually involves a rope or cable that skiers hold onto as it moves up the slope

Ex: She lost her balance briefly while holding onto the ski tow .

go-kart [noun]

a small, usually open-wheel vehicle with a low center of gravity, designed for recreational or competitive racing on kart tracks

Ex: We rented a go-kart for an hour of racing at the indoor facility .

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