noun

hyperdrive

Hyperdrive (noun) means In science fiction, an engine that lets a spaceship travel faster than light by entering hyperspace. Example: “The ship jumped into hyperdrive to escape the enemy fleet.”

noun

In science fiction, an engine that lets a spaceship travel faster than light by entering hyperspace.

"The ship jumped into hyperdrive to escape the enemy fleet."

Figuratively, a state of sudden, intense acceleration of activity.

"Preparations went into hyperdrive the week before the wedding."

How to use hyperdrive

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA sci-fi faster-than-light engine, or figuratively, "everything speeding up at once."

Common pairings

kick into hyperdrive go into hyperdrive

Word forms

hyperdrives plural

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Etymology

From hyper- + drive.

Rhymes for hyperdrive

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Frequently asked questions

What does “hyperdrive” mean?

The word “hyperdrive” means in science fiction, an engine that lets a spaceship travel faster than light by entering hyperspace. In plain terms, a sci-fi faster-than-light engine, or figuratively, "everything speeding up at once.".

How do you use “hyperdrive” in a sentence?

Here is “hyperdrive” used in a sentence: “The ship jumped into hyperdrive to escape the enemy fleet.”

What part of speech is “hyperdrive”?

“Hyperdrive” is a noun.

How many meanings does “hyperdrive” have?

“Hyperdrive” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: in science fiction, an engine that lets a spaceship travel faster than light by entering hyperspace.