Phrase guide

escape route

noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

A path used by someone to escape from a dangerous place.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Examples

  • In case of emergency, all personnel must follow the escape routes.

Meaning relationships

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Antonyms: none provided

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noun

Meaning 2

A way out of a difficult or unpleasant situation.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: figuratively

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Across languages

Translations

6 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Chinese Mandarin: 逃跑路線 /逃跑路线 — path used by someone to escape from a dangerous place
  • Danish: flugtvej — path used by someone to escape from a dangerous place
  • Dutch: ontsnappingsroute — path used by someone to escape from a dangerous place
  • German: Fluchtweg — path used by someone to escape from a dangerous place
  • Hungarian: menekülési útvonal — path used by someone to escape from a dangerous place
  • Polish: droga ewakuacyjna — path used by someone to escape from a dangerous place