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sprinter

 

[ ˈsprɪntər ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

athletics

A sprinter is a person who runs short distances at top speed, usually in races ranging from 60 meters to 400 meters.

Synonyms

runner, speedster

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.
Context #2 | Noun

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.

See also: sprint, sprinting.

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.