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runny

[ ruhn-ee ]

adjective

runnier, runniest.
  1. tending to run or drip:

    a runny paste.

  2. (of the nose) discharging mucus.


runny

/ ˈʌɪ /

adjective

  1. tending to flow; liquid
  2. (of the nose or nasal passages) exuding mucus
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51Թ History and Origins

Origin of runny1

First recorded in 1810–20; run + -y 1
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I made homemade pesto pasta with salmon for dinner and a sweet potato hash topped with a runny egg for breakfast.

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One that was airy, but could still hold a runny egg without going limp.

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Between seven and 14 days after exposure, your symptoms could include high fever, cough, runny nose, red and watery eyes, and rash.

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Between 7 and 14 days after exposure, your symptoms could include high fever, cough, runny nose, red and watery eyes, and rash.

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Symptoms of the highly infectious illness include fever, cough, runny nose, eye irritation and a signature rash.

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