Runny: meaning, definitions and examples
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runny
[ ˈrʌni ]
medical condition
Runny is commonly used to describe a liquid that is flowing or easily discharged, particularly in reference to bodily fluids. It often refers to a condition where mucus is excessively produced, leading to a discharge from the nose or eyes. For instance, a runny nose can be a symptom of allergies or a common cold. The term can also be used to describe the consistency of certain foods that are not solid, such as runny eggs. Overall, 'runny' conveys the idea of something that is not firm or solid but rather fluid.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- He had a runny nose all day.
- She couldn't eat her breakfast because the eggs were runny.
- After the rain, the ground was runny and muddy.
- The baby’s nose is always runny during allergy season.
Translations
Translations of the word "runny" in other languages:
🇵🇹 mole
🇮🇳 दौड़ता हुआ
🇩🇪 flüssig
🇮🇩 cair
🇺🇦 рідкий
🇵🇱 ciekły
🇯🇵 流れる
🇫🇷 coulant
🇪🇸 líquido
🇹🇷 akıntı
🇰🇷 흐르는
🇸🇦 سائل
🇨🇿 tekutý
🇸🇰 tekutý
🇨🇳 流动的
🇸🇮 tekoč
🇮🇸 fljótandi
🇰🇿 сұйық
🇬🇪 მდინარე
🇦🇿 axan
🇲🇽 líquido
Word origin
The word 'runny' has its origins in the Old English word 'rinnan', which means 'to run'. This root connects to various Germanic languages, where similar forms are found, indicating movement or flow. Over time, 'runny' began to specifically describe the quality of a liquid that flows easily or uncontrollably. The adaptation of the term to describe specific conditions, particularly in medicine, likely arose in the 19th century during the development of medical terminology. The use of 'runny' has since expanded to describe various states, including culinary contexts, hence its versatility in modern English.