Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
on-the-lam
idiom
/ˈɒn ðə læm/
Definition
To be on the run or in a state of fleeing from the law.
Examples
- After the robbery, the suspect was on-the-lam for weeks.
- He went on-the-lam to avoid facing the charges against him.
- The detective was determined to track down the culprit who was still on-the-lam.
Meaning
This phrase generally means someone is avoiding capture or is escaping from authorities.
Synonyms
- fugitive
- on the run
- in hiding
