noun Download 🔗Share A person or animal that runs away or has run away; a person, animal, or organization that escapes captivity or restrictions. Examples : "Runaway children are vulnerable to criminal exploitation." person animal action society law Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share A vehicle (especially, a train) that is out of control. Examples : "The train dispatcher watched in horror as the runaways sped down the tracks, unable to stop. " vehicle machine disaster Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share (usually attributive) An object or process that is out of control or out of equilibrium. Examples : "The runaways in the factory caused a complete system failure, forcing everyone to evacuate. " process outcome condition system Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share The act of running away, especially of a horse or teams. Examples : "The runaways caused chaos in the town square as the horses bolted, dragging the empty carriage behind them. " action animal vehicle event Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share An overwhelming victory. Examples : "The home side won in a runaway." outcome sport achievement Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading