Meaning of the word sprinter in English

What does sprinter mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

sprinter

US /ˈsprɪn.t̬ɚ/
UK /ˈsprɪn.tər/

Noun

a person who runs short distances at top speed in a race

Example:
The Jamaican sprinter won the gold medal in the 100-meter dash.
She's a natural sprinter, always first to the finish line.