Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

vamose

verb
/ˈvæmoʊs/
Definition
to leave hurriedly or to escape quickly
Examples
  • When the storm hit, we decided to vamose from the beach.
  • After hearing the news, he quickly vamosed from the party.
Meaning
The term ‘vamose’ is often used to describe the act of departing from a location swiftly, sometimes to avoid something unpleasant or because of an urgent need.
Synonyms
  • flee
  • depart
  • escape
  • leave