Meaning of the word derby in English
What does derby mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
derby
US /ˈdɝː.bi/
UK /ˈdɝː.bi/
Noun
1.
a horse race, especially one run annually for three-year-old horses and traditionally a major event of the British flat racing season
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The Kentucky Derby is one of the most famous horse races in the world.
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She dreams of winning the Epsom Derby someday.
2.
a sporting contest between two local rivals, especially in soccer
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The local derby between the two city teams always draws a huge crowd.
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Fans eagerly awaited the football derby.
3.
a type of shoe or boot in which the eyelet tabs are sewn on top of the vamp
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He wore classic brown leather derby shoes to the formal event.
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Derby shoes are known for their open lacing system.
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