holeshot

English

noun
Definitions
  • (motorsport) The position of being the first rider to pass the first turn of the course.

Etymology

Compound from English hole (miserable place, a hollow) + English shot (cleared, discharged).

Origin

English

shot

Gloss

cleared, discharged

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