fast

US /fæst/

UK /fɑ:st/

A1

adjective

  • (of a color or dye) resistant to fading or running.
  • In a way that is difficult to move or change
  • Firmly fixed or attached.
  • Moving or able to move quickly
  • Showing time that is later than the actual time

other

  • To abstain from all or some kinds of food or drink, especially for religious reasons.

noun

  • Period of time when a person chooses not to eat
  • A period of abstaining from food.

adverb

  • With a great deal of speed

verb

  • To refuse food for a long time

Examples

All members of the religious community keep these fasts.

I should make a very fast profit on these.