Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
leg-it
phrasal verb
lɛɡ ɪt
Definition
To run away or escape quickly, typically from a situation or location.
Examples
- When they saw the police approaching, they decided to leg it.
- We need to leg it if we want to catch the bus on time.
Meaning
The phrase ‘leg-it’ is often used informally to describe the act of leaving a place rapidly, usually to avoid trouble or danger.
Synonyms
- dash
- run away
- bolt
