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Peak Speed

/piːk spiːd/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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2 senses
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  1. 1

    The maximum speed achieved by a moving object or individual.

    "The athlete reached peak speed during the final stretch of the race."
  2. 2

    The highest rate of performance or efficiency in a given context.

    "The computer operates at peak speed when all resources are optimized."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'peak' originates from the Old English 'pīc', meaning 'a pointed top or summit', while 'speed' comes from the Old English 'spēd', meaning 'success, prosperity, or rapidity'. The combination reflects the highest rate of movement or performance in various contexts, particularly in sports and technology.

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