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get-out

/ˈɡɛt aʊt/

Translations

get-outnoun

get-outs

/ˈɡɛt aʊt/

The emergency get-out was clearly marked in the building.

Аварийный выход был четко обозначен в здании.

He always has a get-out for not attending meetings.

У него всегда есть отговорка, чтобы не посещать собрания.

Additional translations

Synonyms

way out

get-outadjective

more get-out

Comp.

most get-out

Super.

/ˈɡet aʊt/

/ˈɡɛt aʊt/

Used attributively before a noun (e.g., "get-out clause") to describe something that provides an escape or exemption.

Synonyms

allowing escape

get-outnoun

An excuse or pretext used to avoid a responsibility or duty.

He always has a get-out ready whenever it's his turn to do the dishes.

A means of escape or a way to extricate oneself from a difficult situation.

The emergency exit served as a get-out in case of a fire.

A clause in a contract or agreement that allows a party to escape its obligations; an escape clause.

The supplier insisted on a get-out that would let them cancel the deal if costs rose.

get-outadjective

Providing or serving as a means of escape or exemption (used only before a noun).

The get-out clause saved the company from heavy penalties.