sprinter
nounUK /ˈsprɪntə/
US /ˈsprɪntər/
A sprinter is a person who runs very fast for a short distance.
The sprinter won the 100-meter race in just ten seconds.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. A person or animal that moves quickly in short bursts.
The cheetah is a natural sprinter, reaching top speed in seconds.
3. A type of fast train or vehicle designed for short, quick trips.
We took the sprinter train between the two nearby towns.
4. In cycling, a rider who specializes in fast finishes at the end of a race.
The team's sprinter saved energy for the final stretch.