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runaway
01
completely out of control
Grammatical Information
Composition
Compound
qualitative
Superlative
most runaway
Comparative
more runaway
gradable
02
fleeing or attempting to escape, often in a fugitive manner
Examples
Authorities launched a search for the runaway teenager who fled from home.
Runaway
01
an easy victory
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Abstract
Composition
Compound
Countable
Plural form
runaways
Examples
The police are searching for the runaway who left home last night.
03
a device or mechanism that operates without control or restraint, often resulting in dangerous situations
What is a "runaway"?
A runaway is a device or system that moves without control, often due to a malfunction or failure in its mechanisms. This lack of restraint can lead to hazardous situations, especially when the system, like a train, continues to move uncontrollably. Without proper control or stopping ability, it can cause accidents or damage. Runaways are particularly dangerous in transportation systems, as they can result in collisions or other serious incidents.
Examples
The engineers worked quickly to stop the runaway train before it reached the populated area.
