Etapes

/eɪˈtɑps/ noun

Definition

Plural of etape; multiple stages or stopping points in a journey, especially in multi-stage races or routes.

Etymology

English plural of 'etape' formed by adding '-s,' maintaining the French singular form and pronunciation.

Kelly Says

When cyclists talk about racing 'etapes,' they're using a word that originally meant a medieval marketplace where merchants would stop and trade—stages became about racing instead!

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