racewalking

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Definition of racewalking in English English dictionary

A sport in which people try to walk as fast a possible subject to the constraint that at least one foot must be on the ground at all time (or else they would be running). Also called speedwalking

Present participle of racewalk

{i} competitive sport of racing at a fast walk the rules of which require the racing participant to keep successive foot contact with the ground and keep the supporting leg straight at the knee