Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
on-the-loose
phrase
/ˈɒn ðə luːs/
Definition
At large; free from confinement.
Examples
- The lion is on-the-loose after escaping from the zoo.
- Authorities are warning residents that a dangerous fugitive is on-the-loose.
- The escaped dog was on-the-loose for several days before being found.
Meaning
Refers to someone or something that is not restrained and is able to move about freely, often used in the context of escaped criminals or animals.
Synonyms
- at large
- free
- escaped
- unrestricted
- loose
