track-and-field

adjective

ˌtrak-ən(d)-ˈfēld How to pronounce track-and-field (audio)
: of, relating to, or being any of various competitive athletic events (such as running, jumping, and weight throwing) performed on a running track and on the adjacent field

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That went to the British track-and-field drama with the anachronistic score, Chariots of Fire. — Jordan Hoffman, Vanity Fair, 16 Mar. 2026 Baynton, like a true competitor, arrived in track-and-field gear, complete with extremely small running shorts that showed off his long, lean legs. — Matthew Jackson, Vulture, 12 June 2026 Landmark Christian freshman Melanie Doggett’s performance at the state track-and-field meet set the world ablaze last week. — Todd Holcomb, AJC.com, 18 May 2026 He’s known in the community both for his high school and college track-and-field career, as well as his work advocating for learning and helping those in need. — Tracy Brown, Los Angeles Times, 22 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for track-and-field

Word History

First Known Use

1905, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of track-and-field was in 1905

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“Track-and-field.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/track-and-field. Accessed 8 Jul. 2026.

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track-and-field

adjective
ˌtrak-ən-ˈfē(ə)ld
: of, relating to, or being sports events (as racing, throwing, and jumping contests) held on a running track and on an enclosed field
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