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Etymology · Vulgar Latin

*raso

3 English words descend from Vulgar Latin *raso, most common first.

raceA contest between people, animals, vehicles, etc. where the goal is to be the first to reach some objective.
rashActing too quickly without considering the consequences and risks; not careful; hasty.
razeTo level or tear down (a building, a town, etc.) to the ground; to demolish.