Meaning & Definition of word "Runner"
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Runner
/ˈrʌnər/
noun:
- 1. A person who runs, especially in a race or for exercise.
- Example: She is a talented runner who has won multiple marathons.
- 2. A person or animal that runs in a specified manner.
- Example: The greyhound is a fast runner and often wins races.
- 3. A long strip of carpet or fabric used to cover a floor or table.
- Example: They placed a runner in the hallway to protect the wooden floor.
- 4. A person who is responsible for delivering messages or goods.
- Example: The courier acted as a runner, delivering packages to various locations.
- 5. In baseball, a player on base or attempting to reach base.
- Example: The runner stole second base during the pitch.
Etymology
From Middle English 'runnere', from Old English 'yrnan', meaning to run.
Common Phrases and Expressions
on the run:
Constantly busy or in a hurry.
run for office:
To launch a campaign for a political position.
run one's mouth:
To talk excessively or boastfully.
Related Words
sprint:
A short, quick run at full speed.
jogging:
Running at a slow, steady pace.
race:
A competition of speed between runners.
Slang Meanings of runner
Meaning: Street runner
Example Sentence: He’s a street runner, always racing back and forth.
Meaning: Runner's high
Example Sentence: After a long run, she felt a runner's high that lifted her spirits.