tricast
|tri/cast|
C1
🇺🇸
/ˈtraɪˌkæst/
🇬🇧
/ˈtraɪˌkɑːst/
predict first three
Etymology
Etymology Information
'tricast' originates from the combination of 'tri-' meaning 'three' and 'cast' meaning 'to throw or predict'.
Historical Evolution
'tricast' was formed in the 20th century as a term in horse racing betting.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'predicting the first three finishers', and this meaning has remained consistent.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a type of bet in horse racing where the bettor must predict the first three finishers in the correct order.
He placed a tricast on the race, hoping to win big.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/01/14 15:51