running lane

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Noun

1. 1
   The portion of the field between the basepath and the foul ball line in which a batter is allowed to run without causing or receiving interference. Also referred to as runner's lane.
2. 2
   An informal division of a football field indicating the channel through which a player will run either to catch a pass or when carrying the ball.
3. 3
   A highway lane that is open to traffic. Often used to describe when a hard shoulder is used as a normal traffic lane either permanently or conditionally during periods of heavy traffic.
4. 4
   A lane, painted on a road, used to separate runners from normal traffic. Also referred to as a jogging lane.