speed

/spiːd/noun
ElementaryNot in standard dictionaries
1

The state of moving quickly or the capacity for rapid motion.

2

The rate of motion or action, specifically the magnitude of the velocity; the rate distance is traversed in a given time.

3

The sensitivity to light of film, plates or sensor.

4

The duration of exposure, the time during which a camera shutter is open (shutter speed).

5

The largest size of the lens opening at which a lens can be used.

6

The ratio of the focal length to the diameter of a photographic objective.

7

Amphetamine or any amphetamine-based drug (especially methamphetamine) used as a stimulant, especially illegally.

8

Luck, success, prosperity.

9

Personal preference.

10

A third-order measure of derivative price sensitivity, expressed as the rate of change of gamma with respect to changes in the underlying asset price.

Sound Patterns & Rhymes

Rhymes

Words that share the same ending sound pattern

Alliteration

Words starting with the same consonant sound — used in poetry and prose to create rhythm, emphasis, and memorable phrasing (e.g. “Peter Piper picked”)

Assonance

Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing

Consonance

Words sharing similar consonant sound patterns — adds texture and cohesion to writing

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