derby
nounUK /ˈdɑː.bi/
US /ˈdɝː.bi/
A derby is a big sports game between two teams from the same area.
The whole city gets excited for the derby between the two local football clubs.
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2. A hard, round hat with a narrow brim, worn especially by men.
He tipped his derby as he walked past.
3. A famous horse race held every year in England.
The Derby draws huge crowds to the racetrack each June.
4. A race or contest open to all comers.
She entered the soapbox derby with a car she built herself.