Definitions for backstretchˈbækˈstrɛtʃ

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Random House Webster's College Dictionary

back•stretchˈbækˈstrɛtʃ(n.)

  1. the straight part of a racetrack opposite the part leading to the finish line.

    Category: Sport

Origin of backstretch:

1830–40

Wiktionary

  1. backstretch(Noun)

    the part of a racecourse that is farthest from the grandstand and parallel to the homestretch.

  2. backstretch(Noun)

    the area adjacent to a racetrack where the horses are stabled and stable employees have temporary living accommodations.


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