English Dictionary

fast

/fɑːst/

adv

In a firm or secure manner, securely; in such a way as not to be moved; safe, sound . / (of sleeping) Deeply or soundly . / Immediately following in place or time; close, very near .

He ran fast to catch the bus.

意味（1）

In a firm or secure manner, securely; in such a way as not to be moved; safe, sound .

Hold this rope as fast as you can.

意味（2）

(of sleeping) Deeply or soundly .

He is fast asleep.

意味（3）

Immediately following in place or time; close, very near .

The horsemen came fast on our heels.

意味（4）

Quickly, with great speed; within a short time .

Faster than a speeding bit, the internet upended media and entertainment companies. Piracy soared, and sales of albums and films slid. Newspapers lost advertising and readers to websites. Stores selling books, CDs and DVDs went bust. Doomsayers predicted that consumers and advertisers would abandon pay-television en masse in favour of online alternatives.

意味（5）

Ahead of the correct time or schedule.

I think my watch is running fast.