Godspeed

noun

God·​speed ˈgäd-ˈspēd How to pronounce Godspeed (audio)
Synonyms of Godspeednext
: a prosperous journey : success
bade him Godspeed

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Examples of Godspeed in a Sentence

a hearty Godspeed was extended to all the departing troops

Word History

Etymology

Middle English god speid, from the phrase God spede you God prosper you

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of Godspeed was in the 15th century

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Godspeed

noun
God·​speed -ˈspēd How to pronounce Godspeed (audio)
: a wish for success given to a person on parting
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