rapid

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Contents 1 English 1.1 Etymology 1.2 Pronunciation 1.3 Adjective 1.3.1 Translations 1.4 Noun 1.4.1 Translations 1.5 Related terms 1.6 Derived terms

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[edit] Etymology

Latin rapidus

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• (RP, US) IPA: /ˈræpɪd/
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[edit] Adjective

rapid (comparative rapider, superlative rapidest)

1. Describes a process or concept which occurs quickly.

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[edit] Noun

rapid (plural rapids)

1. (often in plural) a rough section of a river or stream which is difficult to navigate due to the swift and turbulent motion of the water.

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[edit] Related terms

• rapt

[edit] Derived terms

• rapidity
• rapidly
• rapidness
• ultrarapid