ridge-runner
A descendant of the above population.
ˈɹɪd͡ʒɚnɚDocumented since 1910s1910sSilenthistorical148 viewsLast reviewed Jun 29, 2026＋ Add a definition
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#2·Apr 27, 2026
(US) An inhabitant of the Southern Appalachian region.
Origin: Recorded since 1917; from ridge (reference to the Appalachian mountain chain) + runner. Origin information sourced from Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0).
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#1·Apr 27, 2026
A descendant of the above population.
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