Speeder: meaning, definitions and examples
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speeder
[ ˈspiːdər ]
vehicle
A person or thing that moves quickly or is capable of moving quickly, especially a fast vehicle.
Synonyms
fast vehicle, racer, swift mover
Examples of usage
- The speeder zoomed past us on the highway.
- He was caught by a police speeder radar.
Star Wars
In the Star Wars universe, a speeder is a type of repulsorlift vehicle used for transport, reconnaissance, and combat purposes.
Synonyms
hovercraft, repulsorlift vehicle
Examples of usage
- Luke Skywalker rode a speeder bike in Return of the Jedi.
- The stormtroopers chased the rebels on speeder bikes.
person
Someone who habitually exceeds the speed limit while driving.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The police officer pulled over the speeder for reckless driving.
- She was known as a notorious speeder on the highway.
Translations
Translations of the word "speeder" in other languages:
🇵🇹 acelerador
🇮🇳 तेज रफ़्तार चलाने वाला
🇩🇪 Raser
🇮🇩 pelanggar kecepatan
🇺🇦 гонщик
🇵🇱 pirat drogowy
🇯🇵 スピーダー
🇫🇷 chauffard
🇪🇸 corredor
🇹🇷 hız tutkunu
🇰🇷 과속 운전자
🇸🇦 مسرع
🇨🇿 rychlík
🇸🇰 rýchlik
🇨🇳 超速驾驶者
🇸🇮 hitrivec
🇮🇸 hraðakstursmaður
🇰🇿 жылдамдықты асырушы
🇬🇪 სისწრაფის მოყვარული
🇦🇿 sürət həddini aşan
🇲🇽 corredor
Word origin
The word 'speeder' originated from the noun 'speed' in the late 19th century, with the suffix '-er' indicating a person or thing that performs a specified action. It has been commonly used in the context of fast vehicles and individuals who exceed speed limits. In the Star Wars universe, the term 'speeder' gained popularity through its depiction of futuristic repulsorlift vehicles. Today, 'speeder' continues to be associated with speed and rapid movement.
See also: speed, speedily, speediness, speeding, speedster, speedy.