post time

Horses leave gate

Post time is the scheduled starting time for a horse race, when horses leave the starting gate.

The term comes from the starting post at racetracks.

By extension, it can mean any designated start time: Post time is 2 PM—don't be late.

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finish · homestretch · finish line · stretch run · photo finish

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Slang for wealthy

official results · cooldown · winner's circle

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