motocross
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- noun
- /ˈmoʊtəˌkrɔs/
:
moto de motocross
- That's terrific, but I'm going on the motocross Saturday.
- a motocross bike
Examples
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He has a passion for motocross, often spending weekends racing against friends on dirt trails.
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The store specializes in motocross gear, offering everything from protective clothing to high-performance bikes.
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- I got the idea from the Head Chopper two script, after our killer eviscerates the motocross rider.
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The Motorcycle Center also sells the finest motocross headgear in the industry.
Blog text (29) -
Motocross races attract thousands of fans eager to see the best riders compete on challenging tracks filled with jumps.
Synonyms
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3.2
A light motorcycle with strong tires and springs for riding on rough unpaved ground
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A lightweight motorcycle with sturdy tires and suspension for riding on rough ground
How Off-Road
Surface Forms
Morphology
motocross = motorcycle + cross-country (transparent) = moto + cross
The bike sense is directly named from the compound 'moto' + 'cross' meaning a motorcycle designed for cross-country/off-road racing.
Etymology
Motocross comes from moto, short for 'motorcycle', and cross, from 'cross-country' meaning 'across rough land'. So a motocross bike is a motorcycle made for rough, off-road tracks.