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gymkhana

gymkhana [ jim knə ] (plural gymkhanas)


noun 
Definition:
 
1. horse-riding event: a community-based outdoor event with various activities relating to horse-riding

2. US sporting contest: a sporting event or contest

3. sports venue: a place where a gymkhana or similar sporting event is held ( dated )

[Mid-19th century. Alteration (influenced by words such as gymnast) of Urdu gendḵānah 'ball house']
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