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Sprinter Meaning: Definition, Examples, and Translations

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sprinter

sprint-er

🇺🇸 /ˈspɹɪntɝ/ · 🇬🇧 /spɹˈɪntɐ/

Definitions

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

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Quick facts about “sprinter”

Sprinter is a 2-syllable noun (sprint-er). It is pronounced /ˈspɹɪntɝ/ in American English and /spɹˈɪntɐ/ in British English. On finesentence.com it has 2 meanings, 5 synonyms, and translations into 21 languages. It ranks #33,550 among the most common English words.

Origin of 'sprinter'

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.

Rhymes

Sprinter rhymes with minter, reenter, winter, splinter, midwinter, overwinter, dewinter and ginter.

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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.