noun

eloping

Eloping (noun) means the act of running away secretly to get married. Example: “Their eloping caught both families completely by surprise.”

noun

The act of running away secretly to get married.

"Their eloping caught both families completely by surprise."

How to use eloping

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe -ing form of "elope" — the act of secretly going off to marry.

Word forms

elopings plural

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Rhymes for eloping

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Frequently asked questions

What does “eloping” mean?

The word “eloping” means the act of running away secretly to get married. In plain terms, the -ing form of "elope" — the act of secretly going off to marry.

How do you use “eloping” in a sentence?

Here is “eloping” used in a sentence: “Their eloping caught both families completely by surprise.”

What part of speech is “eloping”?

“Eloping” is a noun.

What is the meaning of eloping?

"eloping" (noun) means the act of running away secretly to get married.