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speeds

noun

Meaning

  1. The state of moving quickly or the capacity for rapid motion; rapidity.
  2. The rate of motion or action, specifically / the magnitude of the velocity; the rate distance is traversed in a given time.
  3. The sensitivity to light of film, plates or sensor.
  4. The duration of exposure, the time during which a camera shutter is open (shutter speed).
  5. The largest size of the lens opening at which a lens can be used.
  6. The ratio of the focal length to the diameter of a photographic objective.
  7. To succeed; to prosper, be lucky.
  8. To help someone, to give them fortune; to aid or favour.
  9. To go fast.
  10. To exceed the speed limit.
  11. To increase the rate at which something occurs.
  12. To be under the influence of stimulant drugs, especially amphetamines.

Etymology / origin

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Sources

  1. DictionaryAPI.dev English dictionary data
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