running shoe noun2 •(UK) A trainer with sharp spikes in the soles.She used running shoes so that she wouldn't slip. •(US, Australia) A sneaker, not a cleat; a tennis shoe; a normal gym shoe.For example, if some people are wearing their joggers as fashion statement rather than as injury preventers, then perhaps their plan to buy expensive running shoes is actually sound. — 2016 formsrunning shoes · running-shoes