road runner

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Word: Road Runner

Part of Speech: Noun

Basic Definition: A "road runner" is someone who participates in long-distance races, especially marathons. Marathons are races that are usually 26.2 miles (42.195 kilometers) long.

Usage Instructions:

• You can use "road runner" when talking about someone who enjoys running long distances as a sport or hobby.
• It is often used in contexts related to fitness, athletics, or competitions.

Example:

• "She is a dedicated road runner who trains every morning for her next marathon."

Advanced Usage:

• In a more competitive context, "road runners" may participate in various types of races, including half-marathons, 10K events, and ultra-marathons.
• You can also use "road running" as a related term to describe the activity or sport of running on paved roads rather than on trails or tracks.

Word Variants:

• Road Running (noun): The sport of running long distances on roads.
• Road Runner (adjective): You might hear phrases like “road runner shoes” which are special shoes designed for long-distance running.

Different Meaning:

• "Road runner" can also refer to a specific type of bird, known for its speed and distinctive appearance, which is native to the southwestern United States. This usage is less common in discussions about running.

Synonyms:

• Long-distance runner
• Marathon runner
• Distance runner

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs:

• While there are no specific idioms or phrasal verbs directly related to "road runner," you might encounter phrases like "hit the road" which means to start a journey, often used in a running context as well.

Summary:

A "road runner" is primarily someone who runs long distances, particularly in races like marathons.

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Noun

1. someone who participates in long-distance races (especially in marathons)

Synonyms

• marathoner
• marathon runner
• long-distance runner