speed

A2
Pronunciation
/spiːd/
Noun
10 definition(s)
1 Definition

The state of moving quickly or the capacity for rapid motion; rapidity.

Example Sentences
  • How does Usain Bolt run at that speed?
2 Definition

The rate of motion or action, specifically / the magnitude of the velocity; the rate distance is traversed in a given time.

Example Sentences
  • Speed limits provide information to the drivers about the safe speed to travel in average conditions.
3 Definition

The sensitivity to light of film, plates or sensor.

4 Definition

The duration of exposure, the time during which a camera shutter is open (shutter speed).

5 Definition

The largest size of the lens opening at which a lens can be used.

6 Definition

The ratio of the focal length to the diameter of a photographic objective.

7 Definition

Amphetamine or any amphetamine-based drug (especially methamphetamine) used as a stimulant, especially illegally.

8 Definition

Luck, success, prosperity.

9 Definition

Personal preference.

Example Sentences
  • We could go to the shore next week, or somewhere else if that's not your speed.
10 Definition

A third-order measure of derivative price sensitivity, expressed as the rate of change of gamma with respect to changes in the underlying asset price.

Verb
11 definition(s)
1 Definition

To succeed; to prosper, be lucky.

2 Definition

To help someone, to give them fortune; to aid or favour.

Example Sentences
  • God speed, until we meet again.
3 Definition

To go fast.

Example Sentences
  • The Ferrari was speeding along the road.
4 Definition

To exceed the speed limit.

Example Sentences
  • Why do you speed when the road is so icy?
5 Definition

To increase the rate at which something occurs.

6 Definition

To be under the influence of stimulant drugs, especially amphetamines.

7 Definition

To be expedient.

8 Definition

To hurry to destruction; to put an end to; to ruin.

9 Definition

To wish success or good fortune to, in any undertaking, especially in setting out upon a journey.

10 Definition

To cause to make haste; to dispatch with celerity; to drive at full speed; hence, to hasten; to hurry.

11 Definition

To hasten to a conclusion; to expedite.