Definition

A person who runs at high speed over short distances.

Example

The sprinter won the gold medal in the 100-meter race.

Conversation

Did you see that sprinter at the track meet yesterday?

Yeah, they were so fast, it was incredible!

I wonder how much they train to be that good as a sprinter.

Probably a lot! It takes serious dedication to reach that level.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

**Sprinter** → It is formed from "sprint" (originating from the dialectal English *sprinten*, meaning to run or move quickly) and "-er" (meaning a person who). A sprinter is a person who runs quickly, especially in short distances.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who is 'running quickly' — that's what a sprinter does, and the '-er' just means a person.

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