runny

American  

[ruhn-ee] / ˈrʌn i /

adjective

runnier, runniest

1. tending to run or drip.

   a runny paste.

2. (of the nose) discharging mucus.

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runny British  

/ ˈrʌnɪ /

adjective

1. tending to flow; liquid

2. (of the nose or nasal passages) exuding mucus

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Etymology

Origin of runny

First recorded in 1810–20; run + -y ¹

Example Sentences

I made a runny mush with the oats and held a spoonful to Gran’s mouth.

From Literature

Common symptoms include fever, cough, runny nose or red eyes, as well as a rash.

From Los Angeles Times

Touch plays its part too, binding tastes and smells together and fixing our preferences for runny or firm eggs, and the velvety, luxuriousness gooeyness of chocolate.

From Science Daily

While fake honey is sometimes runnier and weaker-tasting than genuine honey, sophisticated fakes can look, smell and taste just like the real thing.

From BBC

If you develop symptoms like fever, cough, runny nose, red eyes or a rash, stay home and avoid school, work and gatherings.

From Los Angeles Times

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