running room: Meaning and Definition of

run'ning room"

Pronunciation: [key]
  1. the space between a racer and the nearby competitors in a running race, esp. enough to run and maneuver as desired.
  2. the space or leeway permitting ample freedom and flexibility to operate, maneuver, or perform without impairment.
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