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Definition of eloper
eloper
/ɪˈloʊpɚ/
e · lop · er
Plural:elopers
eloper Lexical Profile
CEFR
C1
Grade
10
Tier
2
Usage
Rare
Syllables
3
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• noun
1
A person who runs away secretly in order to get married, especially without parental consent.
Example
"The small border town became a popular destination for young elopers seeking a quick marriage ceremony."
2
A patient or resident who leaves a psychiatric, medical, or long-term care facility without authorization.
Example
"The nursing home installed keypad locks on the exit doors to protect cognitively impaired elopers from wandering into traffic."
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Eloper. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/eloper