"speedwork" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: speed work [alternative]
Etymology: From speed + work. Etymology templates: {{compound|en|speed|work}} speed + work Head templates: {{en-noun|-}} speedwork (uncountable)
  1. physical exercise that concentrates on speed Tags: uncountable
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