exodus

/ˈɛksədəs/C1Loopy word list, level 6 · Master

Definition

n. a journey by a large group to escape from a hostile environment
n. the second book of the Old Testament: tells of the departure of the Israelites out of slavery in Egypt led by Moses; God gave them the Ten Commandments and the rest of Mosaic law on Mount Sinai during the Exodus

Word forms

Plural: exoduss

Example sentences

n.
The sudden exodus of people from the city left many businesses struggling.
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The exodus from the company was unexpected, as many employees chose to resign at once.