Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
runny
adjective
/ˈrʌni/
Definition
Liquid or flowing; not thick or solid.
Examples
- She had a runny nose because of her cold.
- The ice cream became runny on the hot day.
- He prefers his eggs runny rather than firm.
Meaning
The term ‘runny’ describes a substance that is more liquid than solid, often used in the context of liquids that are overly fluid, such as mucus or certain foods.
Synonyms
- liquid
- watery
- fluid
- drippy
