This is the 516th most frequent Norwegian word.
løper
"Runner" or "table runner."
In this sentence, 'løper' is used as a verb meaning 'running' or 'runs'.
Hunden løper i hagen.
The dog is running in the garden.
Here, 'løper' is used as a noun meaning a runner or a carpet runner.
Jeg trenger en ny løper til gulvet.
I need a new runner for the floor.
In this context, 'løperen' refers to a person who runs, a runner.