exit
Translation
exit, way out
Examples
Where is the nearest exit?
Where is the nearest exit?
He made a quick exit.
He made a quick exit.
Grammar Patterns
a way out of a place Where is the nearest exit?
an act of leaving a place He made a quick exit.
Similar Words
Synonyms: way out, outlet, departure; Antonyms: entrance, entry
Etymology
From Latin 'exitus' (a going out, departure), from the verb 'exire' ('ex-' out + 'ire' to go).
Memory Tips
Think 'EX-it' -> 'go out of IT'. The sign you look for to leave a place.