Turfdom
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Turfdom is a noun meaning (uncountable) The sport of horse racing.
Meaning
(uncountable) The sport of horse racing.
More Meanings
- (uncountable) Territoriality
- (countable) A private domain, especially in academic settings
Example Sentences
The eyes of turfdom are turned tomorrow to the Blue Grass stakes at Lexington […]
It may be necessary to meet in private with one or more of the senior staff to remind them that the organization is looking to build teams, not turfdoms.
Monastics of all ages should be on the lookout for the danger of turfdom. Having been given a job to do, they make it into their kingdom where no one else may enter.
Word Forms
- turfdoms
Synonyms for turfdom
Depending on context, synonyms include territoriality, turfism, fiefdom, territory, bailiwick.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include turf, sport, autograss, astroturf, track, rugby.
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