English Expression · Intermediate
chip time
The time it takes to finish a race judged by the time calculated on a transponder worn by the competitor
Pronunciation: say chip time
Meaning
The time it takes to finish a race judged by the time calculated on a transponder worn by the competitor.
Example
My chip time was two minutes faster than the official gun time because I started near the back of the pack.
My chip time was two minutes faster than the official gun time because I started near the back of the pack.
Practice tips
- Practice chip time out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English expression is for intermediate-level learners.