Definition of Regata

Definition of Regata

Re*gat"ta (r?*g?t"t?), n.; pl. Regattas (-t&?;z). [It. regatta, regata.] Originally, a gondola race in Venice; now, a rowing or sailing race, or a series of such races.

- Webster's Unabridged Dictionary (1913)

Orig. Name originally used in Venice for specific boat-races on the Grand Canal.
A series of boat-races, although sometimes used for a single race.
A striped cotton fabric.

- The Nuttall Encyclopedia

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