Definition of run–up
1 : the act of running up something
2 : a usually sudden increase in volume or price
3 : a period immediately preceding an action or event
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First Known Use of run–up
1897
RUN–UP Defined for English Language Learners
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Definition of run–up for English Language Learners
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: a usually sudden increase in price
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: the period immediately before an action or event
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