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speeds

The correct spelling is speeds.

How to pronounce speeds

noun

Say it like: Spee-ds

The correct spelling is speeds. The state of moving quickly or the capacity for rapid motion; rapidity. For example: "How does Usain Bolt run at that speed?"

Usage Examples

How does Usain Bolt run at that speed?

Speed limits provide information to the drivers about the safe speed to travel in average conditions.

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

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.The state of moving quickly or the capacity for rapid motion; rapidity.
  2. 2.The rate of motion or action, specifically / the magnitude of the velocity; the rate distance is traversed in a given time.
  3. 3.The sensitivity to light of film, plates or sensor.
  4. 4.The duration of exposure, the time during which a camera shutter is open (shutter speed).
  5. 5.The largest size of the lens opening at which a lens can be used.

verb

  1. 1.To succeed; to prosper, be lucky.
  2. 2.To help someone, to give them fortune; to aid or favour.
  3. 3.To go fast.
  4. 4.To exceed the speed limit.
  5. 5.To increase the rate at which something occurs.

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