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Definition of motocross

motocross

/ˈmoʊtoʊˌkrɔːs/
mo · to · cross
Plural:motocrosses
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motocross Lexical Profile

motocross Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

A form of off-road motorcycle racing held on enclosed circuits featuring rough terrain, steep hills, and sharp turns.

Example

"She began competing in amateur motocross at age twelve and quickly rose through the regional rankings."

Synonyms
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• Nearby Words

motley
motmot
moto
motocross
motocrosser
motor
motorbicycle

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed from French motocross, a blend of motocyclette ('motorcycle') and cross-country.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Motocross. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/motocross
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