derby plural

Der·by

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noun plural derby a race for three-year-old horses that is run annually at Epsom Downs, near London, England: first run in 1780. 1
noun plural derby any of certain other important annual horse races, usually for three-year-old horses, especially the Kentucky Derby. 1
noun plural derby (lowercase) a race or contest, usually one open to all who wish to enter and offering a prize for the winner. 1
noun plural derby (lowercase) any endeavor or venture regarded as a competition: to win the gubernatorial derby. 1
noun plural derby (lowercase). Also called bowler. a stiff felt hat with rounded crown and narrow brim, worn chiefly by men. 1

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