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lam - Dictionary definition and meaning for word
lam
Definition
(noun) a rapid escape (as by criminals)
Synonyms
:
getaway
Example Sentence
the thieves made a clean getaway
after the expose he had to take it on the lam
Definition
(verb) flee; take to one's heels; cut and run
Synonyms
:
break away
,
bunk
,
escape
,
fly the coop
,
head for the hills
,
hightail it
,
run
,
run away
,
scarper
,
scat
,
take to the woods
,
turn tail
Example Sentence
If you see this man, run!
The burglars escaped before the police showed up
Definition
(verb) give a thrashing to; beat hard
Synonyms
:
flail
,
thrash
,
thresh
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