running foot

[ ruhn-ing foot ]

noun

, plural run·ning feet.

1. a one-dimensional unit of linear measurement equal to 12 inches; 0.3048 meters. Compare square foot ( def ).

Word History and Origins

Origin of running foot¹

First recorded in 1810–20

Example Sentences

When a running foot hits the ground, it lands with a force up to three times the runner’s body weight; even walking multiplies impact force by about 1.5.

From Scientific American

Garden centers may sell this by the running foot, or you can order a roll with friends.

From New York Times

It’s taken some time, but I’ve gotten used to the sound from my running foot and the way it’s paired with the quieter swish of my natural foot—whing, whoosh, whing, whoosh.

From Literature

The Monkey Bars line from AAA Garage Storage Solutions folds flat to the wall when not in use, $70 per running foot with a minimum installation of 4 feet.

From Los Angeles Times

Count your steps in a normal-paced run and focus on boosting that number when you're running foot turnover drills.

From US News