running
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nning
nɪng
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cunningshunning

Definition & Meaning of "running"in English

Running
01

the act of walking in a way that is very fast and both feet are never on the ground at the same time, particularly as a sport 

running definition and meaning
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Abstract
Composition
Compound
Uncountable
Examples
She enjoys running in the park every morning for exercise. 
02

(in American football) a play in which a player carries the ball forward to gain yardage against the opposing team 

Examples
The quarterback called a running to surprise the defense. 
03

the act of competing on foot in a race or track event 

Examples
She specializes in long-distance running. 
04

the act of managing, operating, or overseeing an organization, project, or activity 

Examples
The running of the campaign was left to the assistants. 
05

the state of being active, functioning, or in motion 

Examples
The machinery has been in running all day without issues. 
running
01

(of liquids) moving in a continuous stream or current 

Grammatical Information
Composition
present participle adjective
qualitative
Superlative
most running
Comparative
more running
gradable
Examples
The running water from the faucet filled the sink quickly. 
02

occurring repeatedly over a period of time 

Examples
He had a running cough for several weeks. 
03

describing a play or action in which the ball is advanced by running rather than passing 

Examples
The running play gained ten yards. 
04

performed or carried out while moving on foot 

Examples
The team completed a running drill to improve endurance. 
05

capable of performing its function 

Examples
All machines must be kept in running condition. 
06

extending continuously in a straight or linear direction 

Examples
The fabric has running stripes along its length. 
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