Egress
/ˈiːɡres/noun
The action of going out or leaving a place.
He made his egress through the back door to avoid the crowd.
Often appears as...
- make an egress
- quick egress
Usage tips
Formal
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Physical Movement
Used to describe someone physically leaving, especially from a confined space or event.
After the concert, the singer's egress from the stage was swift.
Pro Tip 2/3Not for Crowds
Refers to the movement of individuals or small groups, not the movement of large crowds.
The security team planned the VIP's egress to avoid attention.
Pro Tip 3/3Not Commonly Used
A formal term that's not commonly used in everyday conversation, more often found in literature or official contexts.
The novel described the thief's egress as an artful disappearance into the night.
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