runaway

B1
Pronunciation
/ˈɹʌnəweɪ/
Noun
5 definition(s)
1 Definition

A person or animal that runs away or has run away; a person, animal, or organization that escapes captivity or restrictions.

Example Sentences
  • Runaway children are vulnerable to criminal exploitation.
2 Definition

A vehicle (especially, a train) that is out of control.

3 Definition

(usually attributive) An object or process that is out of control or out of equilibrium.

4 Definition

The act of running away, especially of a horse or teams.

5 Definition

An overwhelming victory.

Example Sentences
  • The home side won in a runaway.
Adjective
4 definition(s)
1 Definition

Having run away; escaped; fugitive

Example Sentences
  • a runaway thief
2 Definition

Easily won, as a contest

Example Sentences
  • a runaway victory at the polls
3 Definition

Unchecked; rampant

Example Sentences
  • runaway prices
4 Definition

Deserting or revolting against one's group, duties, expected conduct, or the like, especially to establish or join a rival group, change one's life drastically, etc.

Example Sentences
  • The runaway delegates nominated their own candidate.