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Definition of eloper

eloper

/ɪˈloʊpɚ/
e · lop · er

Plural:elopers
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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
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