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My father was a motorsports journalist and a motorbike fan. He gave me my motocross bike.
Jacky Ickx

Meaning of "motocross" in the English dictionary

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ETYMOLOGY OF THE WORD MOTOCROSS

From moto(r) + cross(-country).
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Etymology is the study of the origin of words and their changes in structure and significance.
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PRONUNCIATION OF MOTOCROSS

motocross  [ˈməʊtəˌkrɒs] play
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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF MOTOCROSS

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
Motocross is a noun.
A noun is a type of word the meaning of which determines reality. Nouns provide the names for all things: people, objects, sensations, feelings, etc.

WHAT DOES MOTOCROSS MEAN IN ENGLISH?

motocross

Motocross

Motocross is a form of motorcycle racing held on enclosed off-road circuits. The sport evolved from motorcycle trials competitions held in the United Kingdom. Motocross is a physically demanding sport held in all-weather conditions.

Definition of motocross in the English dictionary

The definition of motocross in the dictionary is a motorcycle race across very rough ground.

WORDS THAT RHYME WITH MOTOCROSS


across
əˈkrɒs
autocross
ˈɔːtəʊˌkrɒs
backcross
ˈbækˌkrɒs
christcross
ˈkrɪsˌkrɒs
crisscross
ˈkrɪsˌkrɒs
cross
krɒs
crosse
krɒs
incross
ˈɪnkrɒs
intercross
ˌɪntəˈkrɒs
lacrosse
ləˈkrɒs
outcross
ˌaʊtˈkrɒs
rallycross
ˈrælɪˌkrɒs
recross
riːˈkrɒs
testcross
ˈtestˌkrɒs
topcross
ˈtɒpˌkrɒs
uncross
ʌnˈkrɒs

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE MOTOCROSS

moto perpetuo
motoneuron
motoneuronal
motor
motor camp
motor car
motor caravan
motor coach
motor drive
motor generator
motor industry
motor inn
motor insurance
motor launch
motor lodge
motor lorry
motor mechanic
motor mower
motor neuron disease
motor neurone disease

WORDS THAT END LIKE MOTOCROSS

Celtic cross
come across
cut across
cyclo-cross
double cross
double-cross
fiery cross
get across
Greek cross
gross
Jerusalem cross
Latin cross
Maltese cross
market cross
on the cross
papal cross
put across
read-across
run across
sign of the cross
single-cross

Synonyms and antonyms of motocross in the English dictionary of synonyms

SYNONYMS

Translation of «motocross» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF MOTOCROSS

Find out the translation of motocross to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
The translations of motocross from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «motocross» in English.

Translator English - Chinese

摩托车越野赛
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

motocross
570 millions of speakers

English

motocross
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

मोटोक्रॉस
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

موتوكروس
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

мотокросс
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

motocross
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

মোটোক্রশ
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

motocross
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

Motocross
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

Moto-Cross
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

モトクロス
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

크로스
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Motocross
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

motocross
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

மோட்டோகிராஸில்
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

मोटोक्रॉस
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

motokros
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

motocross
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

motocross
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

мотокрос
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

motocross
30 millions of speakers
el

Translator English - Greek

motocross
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

motocross
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

cross
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

motocross
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of motocross

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «MOTOCROSS»

The term «motocross» is very widely used and occupies the 14.944 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «MOTOCROSS» OVER TIME

The graph expresses the annual evolution of the frequency of use of the word «motocross» during the past 500 years. Its implementation is based on analysing how often the term «motocross» appears in digitalised printed sources in English between the year 1500 and the present day.

Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about motocross

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4 QUOTES WITH «MOTOCROSS»

Famous quotes and sentences with the word motocross.
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Jacky Ickx
My father was a motorsports journalist and a motorbike fan. He gave me my motocross bike.
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Lisa Morton
South Africa is the only place in the Southern hemisphere where Halloween is really catching on. They have a lot of sporting events that have made it more popular there. They have motocross and rave celebrations, and they're embracing it as a youth culture thing.
3
James Spithill
I've kind of banned myself from motorcycles. I've had broken ribs, broken shoulder, wrists, leg, broken collarbone - and it was all from motocross or rugby. All of my injuries have come from outside of sailing.
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Casey Stoner
Even in motocross, you're struggling to see people pass each other anymore. There seems to be one line in motocross.

10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «MOTOCROSS»

Discover the use of motocross in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to motocross and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
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Motocross
Explains the origins of motocross, what type of cycles are used, who the best athletes in the sport are, and the necessary safety precautions.
Gary Freeman, 2012
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Ricky Carmichael: Motocross Champion
A biography tracing the life and career of motocross racer Ricky Carmichael.
Michael Martin, 2004
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Motocross
"Provides comprehensive information on the history, the famous faces, the design, and the performance of the amazing machines behind motocross"--Provided by publisher.
Bryan Stealey, 2009
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Motocross: How to Be an Awesome Motocross Rider
"Describes the sport of motocross, giving tips on race preparation, choosing equipment, racing techniques, dirt bike maintenance, and other information for how to become a skilled motocross rider"--Provided by publisher.
Anthony Sutton, 2012
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Motocross
Describes the sport of motocross, including the motorcycles and equipment, the skills needed, and related sporting events.
Ben Johnson, 2008
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Motocross
Relates the history of motocross, explains what it is, and describes the machines, gear, tracks, and races involved with the sport.
Janey Levy, 2007
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Extreme Motocross
Provides an introduction to the equipment, techniques, safety precautions, competitions, and personalities involved with the extreme sport of motocross riding.
Bobbie Kalman, John Crossingham, 2004
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Motocross History: From Local Scrambling to World ...
Describes the history of motocross racing, from early scramble races in the 1920s to the development of supercross and motocross freestyle.
Bob Woods, 2008
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Motocross America
Motocross America is a lavishly illustrated book that features the bikes and memorabilia from the museum display and text by Bill Amick.
Bill Amick, 2005
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Motocross
Presents basic information on the essential skills, techniques, and equipment for motocross.
David Armentrout, 1997

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «MOTOCROSS»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term motocross is used in the context of the following news items.
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Red Bull's MX Nation | Episode Three
Troy Adamitis has returned to motocross cinematography with his Red Bull-backed latest project, MX Nation. The famed filmmaker and his crew ... «Transworld Motocross, Jul 15»
2
Go, Saturday: Lavender Festival, Washougal Motocross National …
Washougal Motocross National, 1 p.m. Part of the Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship series. Washougal MX Park, 40912 N.E. Borin Road, ... «The Columbian, Jul 15»
3
Willbrandt headed to AMA National Motocross Championship
Not everyone gets to compete in one of the most prestigious motocross competitions in the nation. But that's where 13-year old Noah Willbrandt ... «The Daily Tribune, Jul 15»
4
Motocross: Jurevich tough on crime, course
Billy Jurevich doesn't take as many risks as he used too. After all, the 30-year-old part-time motocross racer has a wife—his high school ... «Hollister Free Lance, Jul 15»
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2015 Motocross of Nations Team Rider Applications Now Open
Motorcycling Australia (MA) is now calling for applications from riders to be part of the Australian team for the 2015 Motocross of Nations ... «Fullnoise, Jul 15»
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Local riders hold down top spots in motocross classes
With three High Plains Motocross Association races left on the summer slate, Riverton riders hold top spots in different classes. In the open ... «The Ranger, Jul 15»
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Motocross: Trey Canard Set For Return
Team Honda HRC says that one of its star riders, Trey Canard, will return to action at this weekend's Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship at ... «Cycle News, Jul 15»
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NM motocross rider qualifies for largest amateur competition in world
Barboa qualified for the Amateur National Motocross Championship in Tennessee – the largest amateur motocross race in the world. «KOB.com, Jul 15»
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Cusimano Jr. qualifies for AMA Motocross Championships
Jersey Shore resident and Pinelands regional student Salvatore Cusimano Jr. qualified for the largest amateur motocross race in the world, ... «Asbury Park Press, Jul 15»
10
Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship Returns West to …
With eight stops of the 12 round season completed, the Lucas Oil Pro Motocross Championship, sanctioned by AMA Pro Racing, has reached ... «Fullnoise, Jul 15»

REFERENCE
« EDUCALINGO. Motocross [online]. Available <https://educalingo.com/en/dic-en/motocross>. May 2024 ».
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