RUNDOWN | English Meaning, Definition, and Pronunciation

Looking for the meaning of the word RUNDOWN in English for both noun and verb forms from the Oxford Dictionary? Below, you can explore all possible meanings and definitions of RUNDOWN with sentence examples. You can also use the “AUDIO PRONUNCIATION” track to check the correct pronunciation in British English.

Word: Rundown

Speech Type: Noun

Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling: ˈrʌndaʊn
Dialects: British English
Definition:

an analysis or summary of something by a knowledgeable person

Short Definition:

analysis or summary of something by knowledgeable person

Examples:
  • he gave his teammates a rundown on the opposition
Definition:

a reduction in the productivity or activities of a company or institution

Short Definition:

reduction in productivity or activities of company or institution

Examples:
  • a rundown in the business would be a devastating blow to the local economy

Word: Rundown

Speech Type: Adjective

Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling: ˈrʌndaʊn
Dialects: British English
Definition:

(especially of a building or area) in a poor or neglected state after having been prosperous

Short Definition:

in poor or neglected state after having been prosperous

Examples:
  • a run-down Edwardian villa
Definition:

tired and rather unwell, especially through overwork

Short Definition:

tired and rather unwell

Examples:
  • she felt tired and generally run-down
Variant Forms:
  • run-down

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