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The word 'race' is both a noun and a verb.

  • The noun 'race' is a word for each of the major divisions of humankind; a competition of speed; a contest involving progress toward a goal; a strong or rapid current of water or its channel; a group of people who share the same history, language, culture; a word for a thing.
  • The verb 'race' is to compete in a contest of speed; to move or function at top speed; to cause the motor to go fast while in neutral; a word for an action.

Example uses:

I am a member of the human race. (noun)

I will race you to the end of the street. (verb)

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