A (printed) record of the past performance of a racehorse or racehorses; a form book; also transf., any past record, especially of criminal convictions.
Origin
Early 20th century; earliest use found in George Ade (1866–1944).
Definition of form sheet in US English:
form sheet
noun
US Horse racing
A (printed) record of the past performance of a racehorse or racehorses; a form book; also transf., any past record, especially of criminal convictions.
Origin
Early 20th century; earliest use found in George Ade (1866–1944).