speed
Language: EN · Kind: word · Transcription: [/spiːd/]
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Senses
1. speed (noun) — sense 1
Definition: The state of moving quickly or the capacity for rapid motion.
Example: How does Usain Bolt run at that speed?
2. speed (noun) — sense 2
Definition: The rate of motion or action, specifically the magnitude of the velocity; the rate distance is traversed in a given time.
Example: Speed limits provide information to the drivers about the safe speed to travel in average conditions.
3. speed (noun) — sense 3
Definition: The sensitivity to light of film, plates or sensor.
4. speed (intj) — sense 4
Definition: Called by the soundman when the recording equipment has reached running speed and is ready to go.
Example: “Speed,” Carlos, the soundman, said. […]
“Camera.”
“Rolling,” replied Bryce, the cameraman.
Structure of the word
Roots:- speh₁ (Proto-Indo-European)
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