running track
The term "running track" has distinct meanings in athletics and rail transport, each essential to its respective field.
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Definition
B1Athletics
(general)A specially marked oval path with multiple lanes for competitive running events.
Example
- The athletes lined up on the running track for the 400-meter race.
- She trains every morning on the running track at the local sports complex.
C1Rail Transport
(technical)A railway line designated for the movement of trains through a yard, controlled by specific railway personnel.
Example
- The train dispatcher directed the locomotive to the running track.
- Workers inspected the running track to ensure it was clear for the next train.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "running track":
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