runners

runners
I
Canadian Slang
athletic sport shoes.
Running shoes or casual shoes. (U.S. term is "sneakers", UK term is "trainers".)
II
Everyday English Slang in Ireland
n trainers, everyday sports shoes
III
Irish Slang
trainers, everyday sports shoes
IV
Canadian Slang
running shoes, sneakers, especially in Central Canada. Also used somewhat in Australian English.

English dialects glossary. 2013.

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