runoff
Translation
runoff, runoff election
Examples
The election will be decided in a runoff.
The election will be decided in a runoff.
Farmers try to reduce chemical runoff.
Farmers try to reduce chemical runoff.
Grammar Patterns
((as a noun)) a second vote to decide a winner The election will be decided in a runoff.
((as a noun)) water that flows away from land Farmers try to reduce chemical runoff.
Similar Words
Synonyms: tie-breaker, second ballot (election); drainage, overflow (water)
Etymology
A compound word from 'run' and 'off'. It refers to water that 'runs off' a surface, or an extra contest to 'run off' a tie.
Memory Tips
Imagine water 'running off' a field, or two candidates 'running off' against each other again in a final race.