Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
skip-out-on
phrasal verb
/skɪp aʊt ɒn/
Definition
To avoid a commitment or responsibility by leaving or not participating.
Examples
- She decided to skip out on the meeting because she had other plans.
- He always skips out on his chores, leaving them for others to do.
- They promised to join us for dinner but ended up skipping out on the whole evening.
Meaning
The phrase ‘skip out on’ refers to the act of not fulfilling a promise, duty, or obligation, often by leaving without notice.
Synonyms
- avoid
- duck
- shirk
