·adj The dead stump of a tree; also, the stem of a plant.
II. Runt ·adj A variety of domestic pigeon, related to the barb and carrier.
III. Runt ·adj A dwarf; also, a mean, despicable, boorish person;
— used opprobriously.
IV. Runt ·adj Any animal which is unusually small, as compared with others of its kind;
— applied particularly to domestic animals.