Definitions

1. verb

past tense of run; to move quickly on foot, typically with a natural or smooth motion.

“She ran to the store to buy milk.”

2. verb

past tense of run; to move or proceed rapidly in a specified direction.

“The dog ran around the corner of the house.”

3. verb

past tense of run; to engage in a particular activity or sport, typically for a short time.

“He ran in the 5K marathon last weekend.”

4. noun

a past tense of the verb run, used as a gerund or an infinitive.

“Running up the stairs is harder than it looks.”

5. noun

a past tense of the verb run, used as an abstract noun.

“Her enthusiasm was a result of all the running she had done.”

6. noun

a past tense of the verb run, used in phrases.

“The 5K run was held downtown this morning.”