单词 | derby |
释义 | derby (dɑːʳbi , US dɜːrbi ) Word forms: derbies 1. proper noun [the NOUN] The Derby is the name of a race for three-year-old horses that takes place each year. In Britain, it refers to a race that takes place in Epsom. In the United States, it refers particularly to the Kentucky Derby. 2. countable noun A derby is a sporting event involving teams from the same area or city. [British] ...a North London derby between Arsenal and Tottenham. 3. countable noun [oft noun NOUN] A derby is a sports competition or race where there are no restrictions or limits on who can enter. [US] He caught a 6.28-pound salmon in the annual fishing derby. Synonyms: competition, event, championship, tournament 4. countable noun A derby is a round, hard hat with a narrow brim which is worn by men. Derbies are no longer very common. [US] regional note: in BRIT, usually use bowler hatCollocations: derby win The answer, which may be a surprise to anyone who has travelled on a football special after a derby win, is no. Times, Sunday Times (2018) City confident after derby win. The Sun (2013) After a big derby win the fans are happy and the players are happy. The Sun (2008) |
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