Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cheese-it
verb
/ˈtʃiːz ɪt/
Definition
A term used to indicate that one should run away quickly or hide, often used humorously or in a casual context.
Examples
- When the teacher walked into the room, the students all cheese-it to their desks.
- As soon as they heard the sirens, they decided to cheese-it before it got too serious.
Meaning
To escape or withdraw quickly, typically from a situation that seems undesirable or potentially revealing.
Synonyms
- run away
- escape
- bolt
- scram
