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Definition of racerback

racerback

/ˈreɪ.sɚ.bæk/
ra · cer · back

Plural:racerbacks
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racerback Lexical Profile

racerback Game Scores & Validity

• adjective

1

Having shoulder straps that converge between the shoulder blades in a T-shaped or Y-shaped design, leaving the shoulders uncovered.

Example

"The store carries a wide selection of racerback dresses and athletic tops for warm weather."

• noun

1

A sleeveless garment, such as a tank top, sports bra, swimsuit, or dress, whose shoulder straps meet between the shoulder blades to form a T-shaped or Y-shaped back that leaves the shoulders bare for greater freedom of movement.

Example

"She wore a breathable cotton racerback for her morning run along the trail."


2

The T-shaped or Y-shaped back design of a sleeveless garment in which the shoulder straps join between the shoulder blades.

Example

"The swimsuit features a supportive racerback that prevents the straps from slipping while swimming."

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