Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
egress
noun
/ˈiːɡrɛs/
Definition
The act of going out or leaving a place.
Examples
- During the fire drill, everyone was instructed on the egress routes.
- The building must have clear egress for safety compliance.
- We found an emergency egress in the basement.
Meaning
Egress refers to the movement out of or away from a place. It can refer to both a physical exit and the concept of leaving a situation.
Synonyms
- exit
- departure
- way out
- clearance
