bugout

/ˈbjuːɡaʊt/

Definitions

1. noun

a sudden or emergency evacuation, especially from a besieged or threatened place

“The group planned a bugout from the city in case of a natural disaster.”

2. verb

to leave a place suddenly, especially in a hurry or emergency

“The family bugged out of the hotel when they heard the fire alarm.”

3. noun

a sudden or emergency departure from a place, especially for military personnel

“The soldiers were ordered to bug out of the combat zone quickly.”

Synonyms

  • evacuation
  • exodus
  • flight
  • withdrawal

Antonyms

  • advance
  • approach
  • encampment