Speed

/spiːd/

The meaning and definition of Speed, with examples, synonyms, and a word game to make it stick.

Definition

noun
  1. The state of moving quickly or the capacity for rapid motion; rapidity.
    β€œHow does Usain Bolt run at that speed?”
  2. The rate of motion or action, specifically / the magnitude of the velocity; the rate distance is traversed in a given time.
    β€œSpeed limits provide information to the drivers about the safe speed to travel in average conditions.”
Synonyms DgammaDspot gamma of the gamma celerity velocity

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