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