How to Pronounce "light out"
expression
ˈɫaɪt/ /ˈaʊt
LYT OWT
lˈaɪt/ /ˈaʊt
LYT OWT
Definition
To leave or escape very quickly, usually to avoid trouble or because of fear.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɫaɪt/ /ˈaʊt
British English
lˈaɪt/ /ˈaʊt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LYT OWT
UK
LYT OWT
Listen in Context
As soon as they saw the police, they light out in different directions.
The thief tried to light out before anyone noticed him.
If there’s trouble, just light out as fast as you can.
He decided to light out for California to start a new life.