- a combining form meaning “running,” “course,” “racecourse” (hippodrome); on this model used to form words referring to other large structures (airdrome).
- a department in SE France. 2,533 sq. mi. (6,560 sq. km). Capital: Valence.
- a course, racecourse
- a large place for a special purpose
- a department of SE France, in Rhône-Alpes region. Capital: Valence. Pop: 452 652 (2003 est. Area: 6561 sq km (2559 sq miles)
