Definition of runabout
1 : one who wanders about : stray
2 : a light usually open wagon, car, or motorboat
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Beyond helping Mitsubishi boost volume, cut costs and recoup its investment in the electric runabout, the deal allows Peugeot-Citroen to quickly and easily compete against Renault in the electric arena.
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First Known Use of runabout
1549
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: a small motorboat
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: a small car
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