Runabout
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Runabout is a noun meaning Any of several small vehicles, especially a small motor car for use on short journeys.
Meaning
Any of several small vehicles, especially a small motor car for use on short journeys.
More Meanings
- (science fiction) A small, relatively maneuverable spacecraft or shuttlecraft.
- (dated) A motor car having a single row of seats.
- (historical) A light, open, American horse-drawn vehicle with four large wheels.
- (archaic) A gadabout or vagabond.
Example Sentences
The door being open, Stranleigh walked in unannounced. A two-seated runabout[…]stood by the window, where it could be viewed by passers-by. Further down the room rested a chassis, […]
Word Forms
- runabouts
Synonyms for runabout
Depending on context, synonyms include roadster, two-seater.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include two-seater, roadster, runner, railmotor, rumrunner, raceabout.
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