# egress

/ɪˈɡɹɛs/ (US) · CEFR C1 · Noun

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/egress
Updated: 2026-10-14

## Definition

a way to leave a place, like a door or exit. People use it when talking about safe ways out of buildings.

For teachers: a way out of a building or enclosed space, such as a door or emergency passage; also the action of leaving such a space.

## Examples

- The building has two clear egress routes for emergencies.
- The office staff practise using the rear egress during fire drills to leave quickly.
- The architect placed wide windows and a side egress to ensure occupants could leave safely even if the main stairwell filled with smoke.

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