sprinting — the activity of running at full speed over short distances
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the activity of running at full speed over short distances
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈsprɪntɪŋ/
Example Sentences
- My cat thinks sprinting around the house at 3 AM is the perfect workout routine.
- After sprinting for the elevator, I realized it was broken.
- Olympic sprinting requires years of dedicated training.
sprinting
NOUN[/ˈsprɪntɪŋ/]
the activity of running at full speed over short distances
the activity of running at full speed over short distances
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Sprinting derives from Old Norse origins, likely related to words meaning 'to leap' or 'to spring forth.' The term reflects the explosive, elastic quality of rapid running, evoking the image of bursting forward with springlike energy.
Breakdown
sprint (Old Norse root meaning 'to leap/spring') + -ing (gerund suffix forming the present participle noun or action form).
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My cat thinks sprinting around the house at 3 AM is the perfect workout routine.”
“After sprinting for the elevator, I realized it was broken.”
“Olympic sprinting requires years of dedicated training.”
“The athlete is sprinting towards the finish line.”
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