English word speedo comes from English speed, English meter
| Dictionary entry | Language | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| speed | English (eng) | (archaic) Luck, success, prosperity.. (photography) The duration of exposure, the time during which a camera shutter is open.. (photography) The largest size of the lens opening at which a lens can be used.. (photography) The ratio of the focal length to the diameter of a photographic objective.. (photography) The sensitivity to light of film, plates or sensor.. (slang) Personal preference.. [...] |
| meter | English (eng) | To imprint a postage mark with a postage meter. To measure with a metering device.. To regulate the flow of or to deliver in regulated amounts (usually of fluids but sometimes of other things such as anticipation or breath) (always meter) (dated) One who metes or measures.. (always meter) A device that measures things.. (always meter) A parking meter or similar device for collecting [...] |
| speedometer | English (eng) | |
| speedo | English (eng) | (informal) A speedometer, particularly one in a race car or other automobile. |