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velocity

Pronunciation: /vɪˈlɒsɪti/

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Definition of velocity

noun (plural velocities)

the speed of something in a given direction:the velocities of the emitted particles
(in general use) speed:the tank shot backwards at an incredible velocity
(also velocity of circulation) Economics the rate at which money changes hands within an economy.