Running
'rʌnɪŋ
Definitions
3 meaningsTo move quickly on foot; to proceed or continue.
'rʌnɪŋ
To move at a pace faster than walking.
The dog is running in the park.
💡 Simply: Running is like when you're moving super fast with your legs. Think of chasing after the ice cream truck!
👶 For kids: To move quickly with your legs!
More Examples
He's been running for an hour.
The company is running a promotion.
How It's Used
"She is running a marathon."
"I'm running late for the meeting."
The act or instance of moving rapidly on foot; a continuous series or sequence.
'rʌnɪŋ
The act of moving rapidly on foot.
She enjoys running every morning.
💡 Simply: The word 'running' can also be used to describe the act of moving quickly on foot. 'Going for a running' is a good way to say you are exercising your legs.
👶 For kids: When you move quickly with your legs, it's called running!
More Examples
The running of the river was swift.
The running of the company is his responsibility.
How It's Used
"Running is a great form of exercise."
"He is considering a running for president."
In operation or use; flowing or moving.
'rʌnɪŋ
In a state of being in motion; functioning.
The water is running in the faucet.
💡 Simply: When something is 'running', it means it's working or in action. Like a computer that is running a video game.
👶 For kids: If something is 'running' it is doing its thing!
More Examples
The company has running costs.
The movie is running on TV now.
How It's Used
"The computer is running a new program."
"The running costs are quite high."
Synonyms & Antonyms
Idioms & expressions
running late
To be delayed or behind schedule.
"I'm running late; I'll be there in ten minutes."
run out of time
To not have enough time to complete something.
"I ran out of time and couldn't finish the test."
From Middle English *rennen*, present participle of *rennen* ("to run"), from Old English *rinnan* ("to run").
The word "running" has been used in various forms since Old English times, reflecting its core meaning of motion and action. Over time, its versatility expanded to include uses relating to systems, operations, and time.
Memory tip
Imagine yourself jogging to remember what running is. It’s an action!
Word Origin
"to move with quick steps"