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outran

/ˈaʊtɹæn/

Meanings
  • Verb

    To run or go faster than another person or thing.

    - "He outran his competitors in the race."
    - "The cheetah can outrun most animals in the savanna."

Rhymes
Words rhyming with outran
ran , van , man
Variants
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outran , outrun , outrunning , outruns
Etymology
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From the Old English word 'ut-rinnen' which means 'to run out'.


Trivia
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  1. Outran is a transitive verb, meaning it requires an object.

  2. The word 'outrun' is often used in the context of athletic competitions, particularly in horse racing.


Related Concepts
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  1. Racing: Outran is often used in the context of racing and competition.


How to Memorize "outran"

  1. visualize

    - Visualize a race where one runner is outrunning the others.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'outran' with the idea of being the fastest.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the mnemonic 'Outrun Others And Always Triumph' to remember the meaning of the word.


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