Definder - what does the word mean?

What is godspeed?

Of Old English origin, shortening of "Good Speed," and contrary to popular belief has nothing to do with God. People would say this to others who were leaving on a long and perilous journey, wishing them success, but more importantly wishing for their return.

It's a dangerous and unforgiving sea, yet the sailors had no fear. They set course due West with no way to measure longitude and only crude instruments to determine latitude by the stars. Their friends and family at the docks had only one thing to say to them - "Godspeed."

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Godspeed - what is it?

sometimes used to say good night. Not necessarily deep as in farewell or something

Simon: ok goodnight

anderson: ok Godspeed yall

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What does "godspeed" mean?

A velocity so fast that it cannot be measured.

Man, dat 4 wheeler got godspeed.

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Godspeed - what does it mean?

far surpassed by speed of bunt cake pan but only slightly faster than devilspeed.

seedevilspeed

if you were to achieve godspeed you would be james anderson...... forever. oh shit I'm a james anderson

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Godspeed - meaning

Courier service of excellent quality. -Movement in urban environment at high speed,across any distance,and with aggressive care.

That souphorse guy is hammerin' with godspeed in San Francisco.

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Godspeed - definition

Something you probably heard in a medieval-time game

NPC: You need to find a more political solution.
Geralt: I'll consider. Godspeed

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Godspeed - slang

1 Send or deliver safely

2 Safe journey (person)

1 unchained melody by Righteous Brothers : Godspeed your love to me

2 Sending-off your kid to college: Godspeed son !

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Godspeed

Safe journey; to wish well

Godspeed...b i t c h

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Godspeed

Success or good fortune.

They wished him Godspeed.

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Godspeed

Essentially, the phrase godspeed holds the intention of a personal blessing. It is a somewhat old-fashioned saying often used sarcastically or in a humorous fashion, yet genuine earnest and/or true concern can also be one's meaning when using this expression. The intent is to convey hope or desire for another person to successfully accomplish or complete a difficult task, mission, or journey either currently underway or about to be undertaken. Oftentimes the endeavor at hand is complex and arduous if not convoluted, having little chance of success.

"I say goodbye, good luck, and godspeed to you sir; I hope you attain rapid success and wish you the best of luck on your upcoming journey!"

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