Definitions

1. verb

to move faster than someone or something else, especially to escape or evade them

“The rabbit managed to outrun the dog in the forest.”

2. noun

the act of moving faster than someone or something else, especially to escape or evade them

“The rabbit’s outrun was impressive, considering its size.”

3. verb (transitive)

to move faster than someone or something else, so as to gain or maintain a lead, especially in a competition

“The car outran its competitors to win the championship.”

4. noun (transitive)

the act of moving faster than someone or something else, so as to gain or maintain a lead, especially in a competition

“The team’s outrun gave them the advantage they needed to win the game.”