Leaving

/ˈliːvɪŋ/

Meaning & Definition

noun

the act of departing or removing oneself.

The leaving of the team was a surprise to everyone.

the point at which someone departs or the time of departure.

We should arrive before the leaving of the train.

verb

the action of departing from a place.

She is leaving for Paris tomorrow morning.

to allow or cause to remain or to continue to exist.

He is leaving the door open for further discussion.

Derived from the Old English 'leofan', meaning to let go or permit.

leaving a mark

To have a significant impact or influence on someone or something.

leaving on a jet plane

Going away, often implying travel for a significant time.

leaving no stone unturned

Making every effort to find or achieve something.

leave

To go away from a place.

departure

The act of leaving, especially to go on a journey.

exit

A way out, especially from a building.

Peacing out

I'm peacing out early tonight.

Bounce

Let’s bounce, it’s getting late.