Sprinter: meaning, definitions and examples
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sprinter
[ ˈsprɪntər ]
athletics
A sprinter is a person who runs short distances at top speed, usually in races ranging from 60 meters to 400 meters.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The sprinter crossed the finish line first in the 100-meter race.
- She is a talented sprinter with excellent acceleration off the blocks.
informal
In informal use, a sprinter can refer to a person who is quick or agile in their movements.
Synonyms
agile person, quick mover, speedy individual.
Examples of usage
- He's a real sprinter on the soccer field, always beating his opponents to the ball.
- As a sprinter in the kitchen, she can whip up a meal in no time.
Translations
Translations of the word "sprinter" in other languages:
🇵🇹 velocista
🇮🇳 दौड़ाक (daudak)
🇩🇪 Sprinter
🇮🇩 pelari cepat
🇺🇦 спринтер
🇵🇱 sprinter
🇯🇵 スプリンター (supurintā)
🇫🇷 sprinteur
🇪🇸 velocista
🇹🇷 sprintçi
🇰🇷 스프린터 (seupeulinteo)
🇸🇦 عداء سريع (ʿadāʾ sarīʿ)
🇨🇿 sprinter
🇸🇰 šprintér
🇨🇳 短跑运动员 (duǎnpǎo yùndòngyuán)
🇸🇮 šprinter
🇮🇸 sprettari
🇰🇿 жүгіруші
🇬🇪 სპრინტერი (sprinteri)
🇦🇿 sprintçi
🇲🇽 velocista
Etymology
The word 'sprinter' originated in the early 19th century, derived from the verb 'sprint,' which means to run at full speed over a short distance. The term became popular in the context of athletics to describe individuals who excel in short-distance running. Over time, 'sprinter' has also been used informally to describe people who are quick or agile in various activities.
Word Frequency Rank
This word's position of #33,550 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.
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