velodrome

noun

ve·​lo·​drome ˈvē-lə-ˌdrōm How to pronounce velodrome (audio) ˈve- How to pronounce velodrome (audio) ˈvā- How to pronounce velodrome (audio)
: a track designed for cycling

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But for any rider, winning in the Roubaix velodrome is a career-defining moment. — Jessica Hopkins, New York Times, 10 Apr. 2026 There were world-class facilities built, ranging from a track and field stadium to a velodrome to a natatorium. — Terence Moore, Forbes.com, 7 Apr. 2026 Those with more traditional bikes can get on the path next to the velodrome, which offers 500- and 800-meter loops. — Lois K. Solomon, Sun Sentinel, 18 Mar. 2025 Outside the velodrome, suppliers Intel have brought a larger-scale, futuristic version. — Jacob Whitehead, The Athletic, 19 Apr. 2024 See All Example Sentences for velodrome

Word History

Etymology

borrowed from French vélodrome, from vélo "bicycle, cycle" (short for vélocipède velocipede) + -drome -drome

First Known Use

1895, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of velodrome was in 1895

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“Velodrome.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/velodrome. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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