hill climb

American

noun

a racing event for motorcycles or automobiles in which competitors drive up a hilly course one at a time, the winner having the fastest time.

hill climb British

noun

a competition in which motor vehicles attempt singly to ascend a steep slope as fast as possible

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Etymology

Origin of hill climb

First recorded in 1900–05

Example Sentences

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Challambra Hill climb before the final helter-skelter dash to the finish.

From Barron's

Ruegg, who won last year's TDU on the demanding Willunga Hill climb, fancies her chances of defending her tour title on Monday.

From Barron's

"We understand from the police that it was a very hot day, and mum fell ill on the hill climb," she said.

From BBC

"We understand from the police that it was a very hot day, and mum fell ill on the hill climb," Katherine said.

From BBC

Ostrea would begin about 1.3 miles east of the High Top site, closer to the restaurant and the steep hill used for the Northwest Nitro Nationals Pro Hill Climb.

From Seattle Times

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