Exit

/ˈɛksɪt/

Meaning & Definition

noun

a way out, especially of a building or a room.

The emergency exit was clearly marked with a bright red sign.

the act of leaving a place.

Her sudden exit from the meeting surprised everyone.

a route or method for leaving a situation or environment.

He found a quick exit from the crowded theater.

verb

to leave a place.

Please exit the building in an orderly fashion.

to stop a program or operation.

To save your progress, you must exit the game properly.

Latin 'exire', meaning 'to go out'.

take the exit

To leave a situation or a place.

exit strategy

A plan for leaving a situation or investment.

make an exit

To leave a place, especially discreetly.

entrance

A way into a place.

access

The means or opportunity to approach or enter a place.

departure

The action of leaving, especially to start a journey.

Bounce

I'm out of here, let's bounce!

Dip

I'm gonna dip before things get out of hand.