Definition of: running

(run′ing) adjective
1. Such as runs: said specifically of horses inclined or trained to a running gait rather than to pacing or trotting.
2. Following one another without intermission; successive: used with words expressing periods of time: He talked for three hours running.
3. Continuous; repeated: said of a design: a running ornament, a running molding, etc.
4. Kept up continuously; also, passing; cursory: running comments, a running glance.
5. Characterized by easy flowing curves; cursive: a running hand.
6. Discharging, as pus from a sore.
—noun
1. The act or movement of one who or that which runs: a horse trained for fast running.
2. That which runs or flows; the amount or quantity that runs.
3. A discharge, as from a sore.
4. Ability or power to run.
5. Competition; race; rivalry: He's out of the running.
6. Climbing; sending out runners, as certain plants.