Egressed

/ɛˈɡrɛst/ verb

Definition

Past tense of egress; moved out of or exited a place, especially in a formal or noticeable way.

Etymology

From Latin egressus (past participle of egredi 'to go out'), formed from e- 'out' + gradi 'to walk/step'; -ed marks past tense in English.

Kelly Says

While 'exit' is the everyday word, 'egressed' is technical and precise—architects, safety officers, and theater people use it because it clearly means a deliberate, controlled departure with a designated route.

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