Meaning of the word steeplechase in English
What does steeplechase mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
steeplechase
US /ˈstiː.pəl.tʃeɪs/
UK /ˈstiː.pəl.tʃeɪs/
Noun
1.
a horse race over a course with fences and ditches
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The jockey prepared his horse for the challenging steeplechase.
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The annual steeplechase attracts thousands of spectators.
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2.
an athletic race, typically 3,000 meters, in which runners have to negotiate various obstacles, including water jumps
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He trained rigorously for the 3,000-meter steeplechase event.
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Winning the Olympic steeplechase is a dream for many athletes.
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Verb
to take part in a steeplechase
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The athlete hopes to steeplechase in the next Olympics.
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They will steeplechase across the muddy fields.