Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

zoom-off

verb (phrasal)
/zuːm ɒf/
Definition
To leave quickly, often in a vehicle, particularly in a sudden or hurried manner.
Examples
  • After the meeting, he decided to zoom off before anyone could ask another question.
  • She zoomed off in her car to catch the last show of the night.
Meaning
The term ‘zoom-off’ suggests a rapid departure, conveying a sense of urgency or excitement in the action of leaving.
Synonyms
  • take off
  • speed away
  • dash off
  • bolt