1. a long strip of ground where aircraft take off and land
2. a narrow platform or walkway, especially one used by models in fashion shows
3. a path or track along which something moves

Examples

• The plane taxied down the runway before takeoff.
• Snow covered the airport runway, delaying all flights.
• The model walked confidently down the runway.
• Fashion designers showcased their latest collections on the runway.
• The ski jump has a long runway for athletes to build speed.
• The bowling ball rolled down the runway toward the pins.
• Construction crews are repaving the main runway at the airport.