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velocity

UK/vi'lɒsәti/US
IELTSTOEFLGREA2

Definitions

n.

The speed of something in a given direction; the rate at which something moves or happens.

速度;速率

Root Breakdown

velocityother
=velocity

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    The velocity of the spacecraft increased as it approached the planet.

  • 2.

    Satellites must maintain a high velocity to remain in stable orbit.

  • 3.

    The ball's velocity decreased after it collided with the wall.

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