a rough path or road, typically one beaten by use rather than constructed, a mark or line of marks left by a person, animal, or vehicle in passing, a prepared course or circuit for racing, especially motor racing

make tracks, on the right track, lose track of time

keep track of, off the beaten track, fast track

Formal and Informal Expressions of track

In different contexts, you can replace 'track' with suitable alternatives. In a more formal setting, 'course, path' is apt. In informal speech or writing, 'road, way' is a commonplace synonym.

track: Explore its Definition & Usage

track Definition

1a rough path or road, typically one beaten by use rather than constructed
2a mark or line of marks left by a person, animal, or vehicle in passing
3a prepared course or circuit for racing, especially motor racing

Using track: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "track" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

Example
The track through the forest was narrow and winding.
Example
The tracks in the snow showed that a deer had passed by.
Example
He set a new lap record on the race track.

track Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for track

Antonyms for track

Idioms Using track

make tracks
to leave quickly or depart in haste
Example
We need to make tracks if we want to catch the last train.
on the right track
moving in the correct direction or making progress towards a goal
Example
After weeks of struggling, I finally feel like I'm on the right track with this project.
lose track of time
to become unaware of the passage of time
Example
I was so engrossed in my book that I lost track of time and missed my appointment.

Phrases with track

keep track of
to monitor or follow the progress or whereabouts of someone or something
Example
I have trouble keeping track of all my appointments.
off the beaten track
away from the frequently traveled routes or locations
Example
We went off the beaten track to find some hidden waterfalls.
fast track
a process or route that is expedited or accelerated
Example
She was put on the fast track to promotion after her excellent performance.

Origins of track

from Middle Low German 'treck', meaning 'pulling'

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Summary: track in Brief

The term 'track' [træk] refers to a rough path or road, a line of marks left by a person or vehicle, or a prepared course for racing. It can be used in phrases like 'keep track of,' meaning to monitor progress, and idioms like 'on the right track,' indicating progress towards a goal. 'Track' also has a range of synonyms, including 'path' and 'course.'