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tricast

|tri/cast|

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🇺🇸

/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