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Meaning of ran
The primary meaning of the word "ran" is the past tense of the verb "run", which means to move at a speed faster than a walk.
Etymology of ran
The word "ran" comes from the Old English word "rinnan", which is also the source of the Modern English verb "run".
The Old English word "rinnan" is derived from the Proto-Germanic word "rinniz", which is also the source of the Modern German verb "rennen".
The Proto-Germanic word "rinniz" is thought to be derived from the Proto-Indo-European root "re-", which meant "to flow" or "to run".
Synonyms
sprinted
rushed
hastened
hurried
sped
dashed
darted
bolted
fled
escaped
scurried
scampered
galloped
cantered
trotted
jogged
raced
chased
pursued
chugged
trudged
plodded
lumbered
staggered
stumbled
tripped
tumbled
fell
dropped
plunged
dived
leaped
jumped
hopped
skipped
bounded
sprang
vaulted
careered
Definitions
- The past tense of the verb "run", which means to move at a speed faster than a walk, either on foot or in a vehicle.
- To flow or move quickly and easily, like a liquid or a process.
- To be a candidate in an election or a competitor in a contest.
- To manage or be in charge of something, like a business or a project.
- To extend or stretch, like a road or a border.
Usage Examples
- I ran to the store to buy some milk.
- The river ran through the valley and into the sea.
- She ran for mayor in the last election.
- He ran the company for over 20 years.
- The road ran along the coast and offered beautiful views.