nounπShareAct or instance of running, of moving rapidly using the feet."I just got back from my morning run."actionsportphysiologybodyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareAct or instance of hurrying (to or from a place) (not necessarily by foot); dash or errand, trip."I need to make a run to the store."actionsportChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA pleasure trip."The family took several runners to the beach last weekend for some relaxation. "entertainmentholidayChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareFlight, instance or period of fleeing."The frightened villagers spoke of frequent runners to the mountains after the invasion. "actionsportChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareMigration (of fish)."The annual salmon runners upstream provide a vital food source for bears and eagles. "fishbiologyanimalChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA group of fish that migrate, or ascend a river for the purpose of spawning."During the spring thaw, the runners of salmon began their arduous journey upstream to reach their spawning grounds. "fishanimalbiologyorganismChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA path taken by literal movement or figuratively"Sentence: "The internet provides countless runners for students to access information and learn new skills." "waysportactionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareAn enclosure for an animal; a track or path along which something can travel."He set up a rabbit run."animalplacevehicleChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareRural landholding for farming, usually for running sheep, and operated by a runholder."The vast, open runners in New Zealand provide ample grazing land for thousands of sheep. "agriculturepropertyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareState of being current; currency; popularity."Despite the new trends, classic rock music still enjoys considerable runners in many communities. "businesseconomyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareContinuous or sequential"The delivery truck uses a system of runners to move boxes continuously along the conveyor belt. "processactionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA flow of liquid; a leak."The constant run of water from the faucet annoys me."utilityphysicsChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShare(West Virginia) A small creek or part thereof. (Compare Southern US branch and New York and New England brook.)"The military campaign near that creek was known as "The battle of Bull Run"."geographyplacenatureChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA quick pace, faster than a walk."He broke into a run."sportactionraceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA sudden series of demands on a bank or other financial institution, especially characterised by great withdrawals."Financial insecurity led to a run on the banks, as customers feared for the security of their savings."businessfinanceeconomyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareAny sudden large demand for something."There was a run on Christmas presents."demandeconomybusinessChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareVarious horizontal dimensions or surfaces"The movers used thick cardboard runners to protect the hardwood floor from scratches. "areapartChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA standard or unexceptional group or category."He stood out from the usual run of applicants."grouptypeChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareIn sports"The fastest runners from our school will compete in the city finals. "sportChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA line of knit stitches that have unravelled, particularly in a nylon stocking."I have a run in my stocking."wearmaterialappearanceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareThe stern of the underwater body of a ship from where it begins to curve upward and inward."The diver carefully inspected the runners of the sunken ship for any signs of damage. "nauticalpartvehicleChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareThe horizontal distance to which a drift may be carried, either by licence of the proprietor of a mine or by the nature of the formation; also, the direction which a vein of ore or other substance takes."The mining company extended the runners of the drift mine further east, hoping to find a new vein of copper. "geologydirectionChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA pair or set of millstones."The miller used the large runners to grind wheat into flour. "machineutensilagricultureChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShare(usually in the phrase 'do a runner') A quick escape away from a scene."He did a runner after robbing the drugstore."actionphrasepoliceentertainmentChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA deserter."After the surprise attack, the unit suffered heavy losses, and several soldiers became runners, fleeing the battlefield to save themselves. "militarypersonChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA type of soft-soled shoe originally intended for runners."My dad wears runners when he goes for his morning walk. "wearsportChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπSharePart of a shoe that is stitched to the bottom of the upper so it can be glued to the sole."The shoemaker carefully stitched the runners to the leather uppers before gluing on the soles. "materialwearpartChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA part of an apparatus that moves quickly."After the cycle completes, the runner travels back quickly to be in place for the next cycle."partmachinetechnicalChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA mechanical part intended to guide or aid something else to move (using wheels or sliding)."The sliding door on the van uses runners to move smoothly along the track. "machinetechnicalpartChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareAn automobile; a working or driveable automobile."Is that old Mercedes on the forecourt a runner? / No, it has no gearbox."vehiclemachineChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA strip of fabric used to decorate or protect a table or dressing table."The red runner makes the table so festive."materialitemwearChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA long, narrow carpet for a high traffic area such as a hall or stairs."How about we put down a clear runner in the front hall."propertymaterialChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA part of a cigarette that is burning unevenly.""The cigarette had runners on one side, making it burn much faster there than on the other." "partsubstanceChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA long stolon sent out by a plant (such as strawberry), in order to root new plantlets, or a plant that propagates by using such runners."My strawberry plants are multiplying quickly because they send out runners that root into the soil and create new baby plants. "plantbiologynatureagricultureChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA short sling with a carabiner on either end, used to link the climbing rope to a bolt or other protection such as a nut or friend."The rock climber attached the runners to the bolt in the rock face to secure the climbing rope. "sporttechnicalitemChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA competitor in a poker tournament."Several experienced poker runners registered for the school's annual tournament. "gameentertainmentChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA restaurant employee responsible for taking food from the kitchens to the tables."The restaurant was busy, so the runners quickly delivered the hot plates of pasta to each table. "jobservicefoodbusinessChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA leaping food fish (Elagatis pinnulatis) of Florida and the West Indies; the skipjack, shoemaker, or yellowtail."The fishermen in the Florida Keys often target runners because they are prized for their firm, flavorful meat. "fishanimalChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShare(sports slang) An employee of a sports agent who tries to recruit possible player clients for the agent."The sports agent sent his runners to the college basketball games to identify promising players before other agents did. "sportbusinessjobpersonChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA rope to increase the power of a tackle."The construction workers used extra runners on the pulley system to lift the heavy steel beam. "nauticalsailingChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareA speedrunner."The online leaderboard was dominated by runners who finished the game in under an hour. "sportgameentertainmentChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareAn idea or plan that has potential to be adopted or put into operation."The school's new proposal for a longer lunch break is a promising runner. "planpossibilitybusinessChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareRunning shoes, sneakers, trainers"My son needs new runners for track practice. "wearsportChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading