steeplechase

ˈstiːpəltʃeɪs

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#1·3h ago

(chiefly, British, equestrianism) A horse race, either across open country, or over an obstacle course.

Origin: , from horse races in 18th century Ireland in which orientation of the course was by reference to a church steeple. Origin information sourced from Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0).

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#2·3h ago

(athletics) An athletics event in which the runners have to run 3000 metres round a track, jumping hurdles and a water obstacle along the way.

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#3·3h ago

To take part in a steeplechase event.

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