n. A series of boat races, although sometimes used for a single race.
n. A striped cotton fabric.
the GNU version of the Collaborative International Dictionary of English
n. Originally, a gondola race in Venice; now, a rowing or sailing race, or a series of such races.
The Century Dictionary and Cyclopedia
n. Originally, a gondola-race in Venice; now, any regularly appointed boat-race in which two or more row-boats, yachts, or other boats contend for prizes.
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n. a meeting for boat races
Word Usage
"The games are more fun to watch than a swimming meet, and for spectators, a rowing regatta is more an occasion for a picnic than an exciting sports contest."