sprint
/spɹɪnt/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Also seen as: sprints · sprinting · sprinted · sprant
Sense 1
Meaning · English
A short race at top speed.
Noun
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
A burst of speed or activity.
Noun
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 3
Meaning · English
To run, cycle, etc. at top speed for a short period.
Verb
Examples
"So I broke away early this mornin', gave my guard a kick in the tummy that laid him out, and sprinted for the camp.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “sprint” mean?
A short race at top speed.
Is “sprint” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.