Associations to the word «Elope»

Wiktionary

ELOPE, verb. (intransitive) (of a married person) To run away from home with a paramour.
ELOPE, verb. (intransitive) (of an unmarried person) To run away secretly for the purpose of getting married with one's intended spouse; to marry in a quick or private fashion, especially without a public period of engagement.
ELOPE, verb. (intransitive) (dated) To run away from home (for any reason).

Dictionary definition

ELOPE, verb. Run away secretly with one's beloved; "The young couple eloped and got married in Las Vegas".

Wise words

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