run

UK: rʌn | US: rʌn

Definition

  1. vi. to move swiftly on foot

  2. vi. to operate or function (e.g., a machine)

  3. vt. to manage or control (e.g., a business)

  4. n. an act or instance of running

  5. n. a sequence or trend (e.g., a "run of bad luck")

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Etymology

The word "run" originates from Old English rinnan ("to flow, run") and iernan ("to run"), both derived from Proto-Germanic rinnaną. Its core meaning of "rapid movement" has persisted, while figurative extensions (e.g., "run a business") emerged later. As a compact Germanic root, it resists further morpheme division.

Examples

  1. She can run faster than anyone on the team.

  2. The engine runs smoothly after repairs.

  3. He runs a successful coffee shop downtown.

  4. The play had a long run on Broadway.

  5. We’ve had a run of rainy days this month.