Runner: meaning, definitions and examples

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runner

[ ˈrʌnər ]

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sports

A person who runs, especially in a competitive race.

Synonyms

jogger, racer, sprinter

Examples of usage

She is a talented runner who has won many races.
The fastest runner in the marathon crossed the finish line first.

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device

A long, narrow rug or carpet.

Synonyms

carpet, mat, rug

Examples of usage

She placed a runner along the hallway to protect the floor.
The red runner added a pop of color to the room.

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occupation

A messenger, usually in a corporate setting.

Synonyms

courier, delivery person, messenger

Examples of usage

The runner quickly delivered the important documents to the CEO.
The office runner is responsible for distributing mail and packages.

Translations

Translations of the word "runner" in other languages:

🇵🇹 corredor

🇮🇳 दौड़ाक

🇩🇪 Läufer

🇮🇩 pelari

🇺🇦 бігун

🇵🇱 biegacz

🇯🇵 ランナー

🇫🇷 coureur

🇪🇸 corredor

🇹🇷 koşucu

🇰🇷 주자

🇸🇦 عداء

🇨🇿 běžec

🇸🇰 bežec

🇨🇳 跑步者

🇸🇮 tekač

🇮🇸 hlaupari

🇰🇿 жүгіруші

🇬🇪 მორბენალი

🇦🇿 qaçışçı

🇲🇽 corredor

Word origin

The word 'runner' has its roots in Old English 'rinnan', which meant 'to flow' or 'to run'. Over time, the term evolved to refer to a person who runs, whether in a race or as a means of transportation. The use of 'runner' to describe a long, narrow rug or carpet emerged in the 16th century, possibly due to the resemblance of the item to a track for running. In a corporate context, a 'runner' is someone who swiftly moves messages or documents from one place to another, reflecting the idea of quick movement and delivery.

See also: outrun, overrun, run, runaway, runnable, runners, running, runoff, runs, runtime, runway.