escorted
- 01 B2 Upper Intermediate
v.to go with someone to make sure they are safe or to show them where to go.
v.to accompany a person or vehicle for the purpose of protection, guidance, or ceremonial protocol. Transitive — requires a direct object.
Simple“The security guard escorted the visitors to the main exit of the building.”
In context“The diplomat was escorted from the airport by a motorcade of police vehicles to ensure his safety during the state visit.”
- 02 B2 Upper Intermediate
v.to lead someone out of a place, often because they are not allowed to be there.
v.to forcibly or formally lead someone away from a location, typically due to a breach of security or rules.
Simple“The man was escorted out of the theatre after he kept shouting during the play.”
In context“After the protest disrupted the meeting, several activists were escorted from the premises by local law enforcement.”
- 03 B2 Upper Intermediate
adj.describes someone or something that is being protected or guided by another person.
adj.functioning as a participial adjective to describe an entity accompanied by an escort.
Simple“The escorted tour of the castle starts every hour near the front gate.”
In context“The escorted convoy moved slowly through the mountain pass, wary of the difficult terrain and potential security risks.”
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