hyperdrive

English

Etymology

From hyper- +‎ drive.

Pronunciation

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Noun

hyperdrive (plural hyperdrives)

  1. (science fiction) A spaceship engine that allows faster-than-light travel by entering hyperspace.
    The ship's hyperdrive had failed, leaving them stranded years from any repair base.
  2. A state of accelerated action.
    With enemies closing in fast, our hero's mind sprung into hyperdrive.

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