runnable

run

R r

Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- UK Pronunciation
- UK IPA
- [ruhn]
- /rʌn/
- /ˈrʌnəbl /

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [ruhn]
- /rʌn/

Definitions of runnable word

verb without object runnable to go quickly by moving the legs more rapidly than at a walk and in such a manner that for an instant in each step all or both feet are off the ground. 1
verb without object runnable to move with haste; act quickly: Run upstairs and get the iodine. 1
verb without object runnable to depart quickly; take to flight; flee or escape: to run from danger. 1
verb without object runnable to have recourse for aid, support, comfort, etc.: He shouldn't run to his parents with every little problem. 1
verb without object runnable to make a quick trip or informal visit for a short stay at a place: to run up to New York; I will run over to see you after dinner. 1
verb without object runnable to go around, rove, or ramble without restraint (often followed by about): to run about in the park. 1

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Origin of runnable

First appearance:

before 900

One of the 4% oldest English words

before 900; (v.) Middle English rinnen, rennen, partly < Old Norse rinna, renna, partly continuing Old English rinnan; cognate with German rinnen; form run orig. past participle, later extended to present tense; (noun and adj.) derivative of the v.

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Parts of speech for Runnable

noun

adjective

verb

adverb

pronoun

preposition

conjunction

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runnable popularity

A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 98% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

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