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Definition of exit

exit

/ˈɛɡ.zɪt/
ex · it

Plural:exits
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Past Simple:exited
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Past Participle:exited
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Present Participle:exiting
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• noun

1

A way out of a building, room, or enclosed space, such as a door or gate.

Example

"In case of an emergency, please proceed to the nearest exit."


2

A designated point where vehicles can leave a highway or roundabout.

Example

"Take the next exit to reach the downtown area."


3

The act of leaving or departing from a place, situation, or performance.

Example

"The actor made a dramatic exit from the stage after delivering his final lines."

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• verb

1

To go out of or leave a place.

Example

"Please make sure you have all your belongings before you exit the train."


2

To terminate a computer program or process.

Example

"Press the escape key to exit the full-screen application."


3

To formally withdraw from a situation, market, or organization.

Example

"The company decided to exit the smartphone market after years of declining sales."

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Word Origin & Etymology

From Latin 'exit' meaning 'he or she goes out', which originally appeared as a stage direction in plays. It is the third-person singular present of 'exire' (to go out), from 'ex-' (out) and 'ire' (to go).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Exit. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 14, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/exit
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