runners

noun

USRUN-urz/ˈɹʌnɚz/UKRUN-uhz/ˈɹʌnəz/

2 meanings of runners

1
noun
Plural of runner. Use this form when talking about more than one runner.
The runners lined up at the start of the race.
Three runners crossed the finish line at the same time.
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2
noundialectalAustraliaBritish ColumbiaCanadian PrairiesIrelandcountableplural
Soft sports shoes worn for running or for everyday wear.
Like the soft shoes you put on for gym class.
She laced up her runners and went out for a jog.
My old runners are falling apart, so I need a new pair.
Similarsneakers, trainers
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runners is a form of runner

runner, noun: A person who moves quickly on foot, often as a sport. Full entry

Forms: runnerrunners plural
Spelling: runner → runners: add -s
Sound: The ending sounds like /z/.

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