I. ˈ ̷ ̷ˌ ̷ ̷ noun
Etymology: run (I) + way
1. : the channel of a stream
2. : the beaten path made by animals in passing to and from their feeding grounds : trail , run
3.
a. : a passageway for animals
b. : a space provided for exercise
runway for chickens
4. : a road on which logs are skidded
5.
a. : a way or gauged track for wheeled vehicles, conveyors, overhead hoist
b. : an artificially surfaced or paved strip of ground on a landing field for the landing and takeoff of airplanes
6. : a narrow platform or bridge leading from a stage into the auditorium to enable the players to perform in the midst of the audience
7.
a. : a path along which a jumper or pole vaulter runs in approaching the takeoff
b. : the area behind the foul line on which a bowler makes his approach and delivers the ball
II. noun
: a platform along which models walk in a fashion show