cross-country
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/ˌkrɔːs ˈkʌntri/
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/ˌkrɒs ˈkʌntri/
A race that takes place over natural terrain, such as fields and forests, rather than on a track.
The cross-country team trained hard for the upcoming competition.
The sport of running or skiing across natural terrain, rather than on a track.
Cross-country is a challenging sport that requires endurance and navigation skills.