English Explanatory Dictionary

boat-race

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb
  1. to defeat by a wide margin, especially after establishing and sustaining an early lead

Word forms

boat-race boat-races boat-racing boat-raced boat race

Etymology

By figurative analogy with the large margin of victory formerly common in America's Cup yacht races.

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