"turn of speed" meaning in All languages combined

See turn of speed on Wiktionary

Phrase [English]

Head templates: {{head|en|phrase}} turn of speed
  1. Of a boat or ship, the ability to go fast when needed.
    Sense id: en-turn_of_speed-en-phrase-qzMrKs0d Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header

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