race

> race (1)
(noun)
any of the divisions of humankind distinguished especially by colour of skin; any geographical, national, or tribal ethnic grouping; a subspecies of plants or animals; distinctive flavour or taste.

> race (2)
(noun)
a contest of speed, as in running, swimming, cycling, etc; a rapid current or channel of water.

> race (2)
(intransitive verb)
to run at top speed or out of control; to compete in a race; (engine) to run without a working load or with the transmission disengaged.

> race (2)
(transitive verb)
to cause to race; to contest against.