runny

[ ruhn-ee ]

adjective

, run·ni·er, run·ni·est.

1. tending to run or drip:

   a runny paste.

2. (of the nose) discharging mucus.

runny

/ ˈrʌnɪ /

adjective

1. tending to flow; liquid
2. (of the nose or nasal passages) exuding mucus

Word History and Origins

Origin of runny¹

First recorded in 1810–20; run + -y ¹

Example Sentences

If it’s runnier or looser than you’d like, cook it a few minutes, and then test it again.

From Washington Post

In this new study, the differences weren’t due to symptoms — some asymptomatic people made more virus than those with fevers, coughs or runny noses.

From Science News

In response to a reporter’s question, Walensky said that people who are fully vaccinated and experience symptoms of upper respiratory infections — runny nose, cough, sore throat — should get tested for the coronavirus.

From Washington Post

Place in a food processor and mix on high until the texture is smooth and runny, scraping down the sides intermittently and adding a little oil for creaminess if needed.

From Outside Online

The pancake mix should be thin and runny enough to pour off a spoon.

From Outside Online

The National Wildlife Federation has written up a very compelling case linking our runny noses and our warming planet.

From The Daily Beast

Symptoms include fever, runny nose, coughing, and a rash all over the body, according to the CDC.

From The Daily Beast

It usually presents with a combination of rash, fevers, cough and runny nose, as well as characteristic spots in the mouth.

From The Daily Beast

Runny eggs mixed in with all the other wonderful ingredients makes for a delicious and filling start to your day.

From The Daily Beast

But moving up the hill I was still caught by some smoke, causing profuse coughing, eye watering, and a runny nose.

From The Daily Beast

They were so hot that the butter melted over them instantly, and crisp outside, with delicious, runny insides.

From Project Gutenberg

There are those who like the dark and very runny kind with large segments or wedges of peel.

From Project Gutenberg

A thick, one-half-inch slice is cut across the whole cheese and toasted until runny.

From Project Gutenberg

Occasional use can cause a stuffy or runny nose, while chronic use can ulcerate the mucous membrane of the nose.

From Project Gutenberg

Gisip-un ku tungud sa abug, I have a runny nose from the dust.

From Project Gutenberg

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