Run time

noun

noun ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    The stage during which a program is executing. countable, uncountable
  2. 2
    The amount of time during which a program is executing. countable, uncountable
  3. 3
    A software component designed to support the execution of computer programs. countable, uncountable

    "You need to install the .NET runtime before you can run this application."

  4. 4
    The length of a film, television program or audio track in minutes, usually with end credits included countable, uncountable

Example

More examples

"You need to install the .NET runtime before you can run this application."

Etymology

From run + time.