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Noun — A way out of a place, such as a door or a passage.

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Etymology

From Latin exitus, "a way out" or "departure," from exire, "to go out" — ex- ("out") plus ire ("to go").

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Frequently asked questions

What does “exit” mean?

The word “exit” means a way out of a place, such as a door or a passage. In plain terms, a way out of somewhere, or the act of leaving.

How do you pronounce “exit”?

“Exit” is pronounced EHK-siht (/ˈeɪɡzɪt/ in IPA).

How do you use “exit” in a sentence?

Here is “exit” used in a sentence: “The nearest exit is at the back of the building.”

What part of speech is “exit”?

Depending on how it is used, “exit” can be a noun and a verb.

Where does the word “exit” come from?

The word “exit” comes from Latin. From Latin exitus, "a way out" or "departure," from exire, "to go out" — ex- ("out") plus ire ("to go").

Is “exit” a common word?

“Exit” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.

How many meanings does “exit” have?

“Exit” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a way out of a place, such as a door or a passage.

What is the difference between an exit and an entrance?

An exit is a way out of a place, such as a door or passage used to leave. An entrance is a way in, used to enter. Some openings serve as both, but the words describe opposite directions of movement.

What is the difference between 'exit' and 'egress'?

Both refer to a way out or the act of leaving, but egress is a more formal, legal, or technical word. In everyday speech, exit is far more common, while egress often appears in building codes and official documents.

What is the difference between a motorway exit and a junction?

An exit is the slip road you take to leave a motorway. A junction is the wider point where roads meet, and on UK motorways junctions are numbered and often include both entry and exit slip roads.

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