vacuate

/vækˈweɪt/

Definitions

1. verb

to leave a place, especially a building or area, often because of danger or war

“The army ordered the civilians to vacate the city due to an impending attack.”

2. verb

to remove or transfer something, especially a person or people, from a place or position

“The company will vacate its lease and move to a new office building.”

3. noun

the act of leaving a place, especially a building or area

“The evacuation of the building was a slow and chaotic process.”

Synonyms

  • evacuate
  • leave
  • remove

Antonyms

  • occupy
  • settle