1. small motorboats designed for recreational use or short trips
Usage: nautical
2. small, lightweight automobiles designed for local transportation
Usage: automotive

Examples

• The marina rented out several runabouts for weekend fishing trips.
• They took the runabout across the lake to visit friends.
• The vintage runabouts from the 1920s were displayed at the car show.
• Small runabouts are perfect for city driving and parking.
• The family enjoyed cruising in their new runabout on sunny afternoons.
• These runabouts can reach speeds of up to 40 miles per hour on water.