sprinter
/'sprintə/
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Definition
Noun: A sprinter is an athlete who specializes in running short distances at maximum speed. The term specifically refers to a person who competes in sprinting events, such as the 100-meter or 200-meter dash.
Usage
The word "sprinter" is used to identify a person based on their athletic specialty. It is a countable noun.
Examples: * The world's fastest sprinter broke the 100-meter record. * She trained for years to become an Olympic sprinter. * The sprinters lined up at the starting blocks.
Advanced Usage
- "A natural sprinter": This phrase describes someone with an innate talent for running fast over short distances, often due to their muscle fiber composition.
- With his explosive starts, he was always a natural sprinter.
- In a metaphorical or business context, "sprinter" can describe a person or entity that achieves results very quickly but may not have endurance for long-term projects.
- The company is a sprinter in innovation, launching products rapidly but sometimes struggling with long-term support.
Variants and Related Words
- Sprint (verb): To run at top speed, especially for a short distance.
- He had to sprint to catch the bus.
- Sprinting (noun/gerund): The action or sport of running sprints.
- Her training focuses on sprinting and agility.
Synonyms
- Dash runner: A runner in a short, fast race. (Less common)
- Short-distance runner: A descriptive phrase with the same meaning.
Antonyms
- Long-distance runner: A runner who specializes in races over long distances, such as the marathon.
- Marathoner: A runner who competes in marathons.
Noun
- someone who runs a short distance at top speed