exit

Definition

  • noun: something (such as a door) that is used as a way to go out of a place
  • noun: a departure from a stage
  • verb: to go out of a place or situation
  • verb: to go out or away
  • sometimes used figuratively
  • synonyms: death, egress, outgang

Examples

  • Most fans were surprised by the team's early 'exit' from the tournament. [=surprised that the team lost and was out of the tournament at an early stage]

  • The company needs to have an 'exit strategy'. [=a plan for ending its involvement when it wants or needs to end it]

  • The deal provides an 'exit' for the company. [=a way for the company to stop being involved in something]

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) to shut up that's the trick. Oh! - T - Okay, you two, head for the exit! I'll take care ofthe dragon. Run! - - - T (..)
    2001 Shrek
  • (..) That's what all the other knights did. . That's not the point. Oh! Wait. Where are you going? The exit's over there. Well, I have to save my ass. What kind of knight are you? One ofa kind. . . . (..)
    2001 Shrek