faster
/ˈfɑːstə/ · adjective
Meaning
- Firmly or securely fixed in place; stable.
- Firm against attack; fortified by nature or art; impregnable; strong.
- (of people) Steadfast, with unwavering feeling. (Now mostly in set phrases like fast friend(s).)
- Moving with great speed, or capable of doing so; swift, rapid.
- Causing unusual rapidity of play or action.
- (of a piece of hardware) Able to transfer data in a short period of time.
- In a firm or secure manner, securely; in such a way as not to be moved; safe, sound .
- (of sleeping) Deeply or soundly .
- Immediately following in place or time; close, very near .
- Quickly, with great speed; within a short time .
- Ahead of the correct time or schedule.
- One who fasts, or voluntarily refrains from eating.
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