Outran: meaning, definitions and examples
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outran
[ aʊtˈræn ]
running away
The term 'outran' is the past tense of 'outrun'. It refers to the action of running faster than someone or something else. This can be used in various contexts, such as in a race or while escaping from a dangerous situation. The ability to outrun someone could be metaphorical as well, meaning to outpace them in performance or achievement. It implies a sense of speed and superiority in movement.
Synonyms
outdistance, outpace, outstrip.
Examples of usage
- She outran all her competitors in the marathon.
- He was able to outrun the dog chasing him.
- They outran their past mistakes and made a fresh start.
Translations
Translations of the word "outran" in other languages:
🇵🇹 superou
🇮🇳 बीच में निकला
🇩🇪 überlief
🇮🇩 menyalip
🇺🇦 обігнав
🇵🇱 wyprzedził
🇯🇵 追い越した
🇫🇷 a dépassé
🇪🇸 superó
🇹🇷 geçti
🇰🇷 앞질렀다
🇸🇦 تجاوز
🇨🇿 předběhl
🇸🇰 predbehol
🇨🇳 超过了
🇸🇮 prehitel
🇮🇸 yfirgenginn
🇰🇿 басып озды
🇬🇪 გადაიჭრა
🇦🇿 üstün gəldi
🇲🇽 superó
Etymology
The word 'outran' is derived from the combination of the prefix 'out-' and the verb 'run'. The prefix 'out-' typically conveys the meaning of surpassing or exceeding. 'Run' itself comes from the Old English 'rinnan' and has been a fundamental English word for moving swiftly on foot since the language's earliest forms. The past tense 'outran' follows standard English verb conjugation rules, showcasing how English has adopted and adapted words and their meanings over time. The concept of outrunning someone has transcended its physical meaning and entered idiomatic uses, signifying achieving greater success in many aspects, such as in business or personal challenges.