sprinting
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B1
/ˈsprɪntɪŋ/
(sprint)
short, fast run
Etymology
Etymology Information
'sprint' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'sprenten,' where 'sprent' meant 'to leap or jump.'
Historical Evolution
'sprenten' transformed into the modern English word 'sprint' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to leap or jump,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'running at full speed over a short distance.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Idioms
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:41