1. a small motorboat designed for pleasure trips or short journeys
Usage: nautical
2. a small, light automobile, especially an open two-seater
Usage: automotive; somewhat dated
3. a person who moves about frequently from place to place
Usage: informal

Examples

• They took the runabout out on the lake for an afternoon cruise.
• The marina rents small runabouts by the hour.
• His vintage runabout was perfect for weekend drives along the coast.
• The classic runabout had leather seats and a folding top.
• She’s quite a runabout, never staying in one city for long.
• The family’s runabout could seat four people comfortably.
• He bought a used runabout for fishing trips on the river.