escape
es
ˈɪs
is
cape
keɪp
keip
British pronunciation
/ɪˈskeɪp/

Definition & Meaning of "escape"in English

to escape
01

to get away from captivity

Intransitive: to escape | to escape from a place or position of captivity
to escape definition and meaning
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Every day, the prisoners plan how to escape from their cells.
The prisoners are escaping through a tunnel they've been digging.
1.1

to get out of or avoid an unpleasant situation

Transitive: to escape an unpleasant situation
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Sarah managed to escape the traffic jam by taking a shortcut through the side streets.
John skillfully used his phone call as an excuse to escape an awkward conversation at the party.
02

to fail to be noticed or recalled; to go unnoticed or be overlooked

Transitive: to escape sb
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Despite sending out numerous invitations, one guest 's name managed to escape the host.
In the thorough review process, a critical error in the financial report managed to escape the auditor.
03

(of a gas, liquid, light, or heat) to come out or leak from a place where it was contained

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The gas escaped from the pipe when it cracked.
Heat escaped from the open window during the summer.
Escape
01

a safety device, such as a valve, in a container where pressure can accumulate, which opens automatically to release pressure when it reaches a dangerous level

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escape definition and meaning
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The escape valve on the steam boiler prevented a potentially hazardous explosion.
Engineers regularly inspected the escape valves to ensure they were functioning properly.
02

the release or discharge of a fluid, such as gas or liquid, from a container, often unintentionally

escape definition and meaning
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The escape of gas from the broken pipe posed a serious safety hazard.
The escape of coolant from the reactor required an immediate shutdown for repairs.
03

the action of getting away from a place, danger, etc.

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The prisoners planned their escape for months before finally breaking out of jail.
Her quick thinking during the fire ensured their escape from the burning building.
04

the act of avoiding or withdrawing from unpleasant realities by engaging in enjoyable activities or indulging in imaginative scenarios

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Reading novels offered her an escape from the stresses of daily life.
He found his escape in video games, where he could forget about his worries.
05

the act of avoiding or evading an unpleasant task or obligation through deceit or trickery

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His excuse for being sick was an escape from attending the tedious meeting.
She used a clever escape to get out of doing her chores for the day.
06

a way of getting out of a difficult, dangerous, or unwanted situation

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The confession gave him an escape from a lengthy trial.
She saw no escape from the financial trouble she was in.
07

a method, route, or opportunity for getting away from a place or situation

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The emergency exit provided an escape during the fire.
They discovered a hidden passage that served as their escape from the enemy.
08

a plant that was once grown in gardens or farms but is now growing on its own in the wild

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The dandelion, now seen as a common escape, originally grew in gardens.
Lavender, once cultivated, has become an escape in the nearby fields.
09

issue or leak, as from a small opening

10

a maneuver used by a wrestler to break free from their opponent's hold or pinning attempt

What is an "escape"?

An escape in wrestling is a technique used to break free from an opponent's hold or control, typically when the wrestler is on the bottom position, such as when pinned or trapped on the mat. The goal of an escape is to return to a neutral position, allowing the wrestler to avoid being pinned and gain the opportunity to score points or initiate their own offensive moves. Escapes require quick movement, proper positioning, and sometimes a combination of strength and technique to create an opening for freedom from the opponent's control.

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Despite being under immense pressure, she executed a flawless escape maneuver.
His opponent 's grip was tight, but he found a way to execute an escape.
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