Sprint
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /spɹɪnt/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Sprint is a noun meaning A short race at top speed.
Meaning
A short race at top speed.
More Meanings
- A burst of speed or activity.
- (software engineering) In Agile software development, a period of development of a fixed time that is preceded and followed by meetings.
- (ambitransitive) To run, cycle, etc. at top speed for a short period.
Example Sentences
"So I broke away early this mornin', gave my guard a kick in the tummy that laid him out, and sprinted for the camp.
Word Forms
- sprints
- sprunt
- sprinting
- sprinted
- sprant
Synonyms for sprint
Depending on context, synonyms include dash.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include dash, run, speed, spurt, all-out, race.
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