Runner Definition & Meaning
runner
- noun
- someone who imports or exports without paying duties
- someone who travels on foot by running
- a person who is employed to deliver messages or documents; "he sent a runner over with the contract"
- a baseball player on the team at bat who is on base (or attempting to reach a base)
- a horizontal branch from the base of plant that produces new plants from buds at its tips
- a trained athlete who competes in foot races
- (football) the player who is carrying (and trying to advance) the ball on an offensive play
- a long narrow carpet
- device consisting of the parts on which something can slide along
- fish of western Atlantic: Cape Cod to Brazil
"Runner" in song lyrics
See how runner is used in real songs:
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"He's a hustler slash gunner, alcoholic rum runner"
9th Prince f/ Dom Pachino — What U Wanna Do? -
"Stay in Ya Lane with your little 4 Runner"
9th Prince f/ Tash Mahogany — Outstanding -
"???? up, I'm a Don P game runner"
Dre Dog (Andre Nickatina) & Equipto — Comb My Hair Like
Words that rhyme with runner
Usage tips for "runner"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "runner" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for runner to find words that pair well.