Gadit

run

Definitions (5)
1verbTo move swiftly on foot so that both feet leave the ground during each stride.
She likes to run every morning before breakfast.
The dog ran across the field to fetch the ball.
He ran to catch the bus before it left.
2verbTo operate or function, especially in terms of machines or systems.
The car runs smoothly after the repair.
This computer program runs on both Windows and Mac.
The washing machine is running right now.
3verbTo manage or be in charge of something, such as a business or organization.
She runs a successful bakery downtown.
He runs the marketing department at his company.
They run a non-profit organization that helps the homeless.
4nounA continuous stretch or sequence, such as a series of performances or a streak of success.
The play had a successful run on Broadway.
The team is on a winning run this season.
She had a run of bad luck last year.
5nounA small stream or brook.
We crossed a run on our hike through the woods.
The run flows into the larger river nearby.
There are many runs in this area, perfect for fishing.
Word Origin
Language
Old English
Original word
rinnan
Originally meant
to flow, run
Background
The word 'run' comes from the Old English 'rinnan', which means to flow or run. It has been used in English since before the 12th century, evolving to include various meanings related to movement and operation.
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