noun
Refers to a classic horse race for three-year-olds, especially the Epsom Derby in the UK or similar races worldwide.
イギリスのダービーは毎年6月に行われる。
The Epsom Derby in the UK is held every June.
Abbreviation of 日本ダービー, the Tokyo Yūshun, Japan's premier horse race for three-year-olds.
See also: 日本ダービー
今年のダービーは東京競馬場で開催される。
This year's Japan Derby will be held at Tokyo Racecourse.
noun
battle for first place; competition; contest
Extended use for any intense competition or race for the top spot, often in business or entertainment contexts.
See also: ホームランダービー
今年の夏ドラマは各局のダービー状態だ。
This summer's TV dramas are in a fierce ratings battle among the networks.
noun
local derby; derby match
In sports, a match between two teams from the same city or region.
See also: ダービーマッチ
週末のダービーマッチは白熱した。
The local derby match over the weekend was intense.