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elope

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Verb — To run away secretly with a partner in order to get married, usually without a big wedding or family involvement.

How to use elope

The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.

elope to Vegas decide to elope eloped together

Etymology

From Anglo-Norman aloper, "to run away," ultimately related to the verb "leap."

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Frequently asked questions

What does “elope” mean?

The word “elope” means to run away secretly with a partner in order to get married, usually without a big wedding or family involvement. In plain terms, to sneak off and get married quickly, skipping the usual big wedding.

How do you pronounce “elope”?

“Elope” is pronounced ih-LOHP (/ɪˈloʊp/ in IPA).

How do you use “elope” in a sentence?

Here is “elope” used in a sentence: “They eloped to Las Vegas and got married the same night.”

What part of speech is “elope”?

“Elope” is a verb.

Where does the word “elope” come from?

The word “elope” comes from Anglo-Norman. From Anglo-Norman aloper, "to run away," ultimately related to the verb "leap.".

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