word
velodrome
VEL-uh-drohm
ˈvɛlədroʊmListen
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Syllable breakdown
velodrome
Sounds like
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Dictionary meaning
An arena with a banked, oval track for cycle racing.
History and origin
French — 'vélo' (bicycle) + Greek 'dromos' (running, a racecourse).
Examples
- The Manchester Velodrome has produced more Olympic champions than any other venue in the world.
Common mispronunciations
VEE-luh-drohmvel-oh-DROHM
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