runny

adjective
UK: /ˈrʌni/
US: /ˈrʌni/

  1. More liquid than it should be.

    1. The paint is runny, so be careful when you use it.
    2. If the sauce is too runny, add a little cornstarch to thicken it up.

  2. Having a liquid substance coming out of the nose.

    1. I have a runny nose and a sore throat so I think I'm sick.
    2. She had a runny nose all winter because she gets a cold very easily.

Synonyms

watery snotty

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "runny" in English means: More liquid than it should be., Having a liquid substance coming out of the nose..

The phonetic transcription of "runny" is /ˈrʌni/ in British English and /ˈrʌni/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "runny": watery, snotty.

Example usage of "runny": "The paint is runny, so be careful when you use it.". More examples on the page.