How Do You Spell EGRESSES?

Pronunciation: [ˈɛɡɹɛsɪz] (IPA)

Egresses (IPA: ˈiɡrɛsɪz) is the plural form of the noun ‘egress’ which means a way out or exit. The spelling of this word is formed by adding -es to the end of ‘egress’ to indicate more than one exit or way out. The ‘g’ is pronounced softly, like a ‘j’ sound, and the emphasis is on the second syllable (-gress), which is pronounced similarly to the word ‘dress’. Egresses are often marked by signs or symbols to indicate their location.

EGRESSES Meaning and Definition

  1. Egresses, as a noun, refers to the act or means of exiting or leaving a place or area. It specifically denotes the various points, doorways, or routes through which people or objects may depart from a particular location. The term can also be used to describe the physical structures or openings that provide access to the outside or to other parts of a building or enclosed space. Egresses are vital components of any built environment, enabling safe and convenient movement of individuals or materials in emergency situations or everyday circumstances.

    In a broader sense, egresses can encompass the entire network of exits and escape routes within a larger system, such as a transportation hub, a complex building, or an urban area. Effective design and maintenance of egresses are critical considerations in ensuring public safety and compliance with building codes and regulations. These pathways must be easily identifiable, free from obstructions, adequately illuminated, and equipped with necessary safety features like emergency signage, fire exits, and evacuation plans.

    The term "egresses" can also be used as a verb, indicating the act of exiting, leaving, or moving away from a place or situation. It implies an active departure or withdrawal from a specific location or a general departure from a group or organization. In this context, the verb form suggests an intentional or purposeful action of departure rather than a mere physical movement away from a place.

Common Misspellings for EGRESSES

Etymology of EGRESSES

The word "egresses" is derived from the Latin word "egressus", which is the past participle of the verb "egredi" meaning "to go out" or "to exit". It entered the English language in the late 14th century, initially as a verb meaning "to go out" or "to depart". Over time, it also developed into a noun referring to a means of exit, such as a door, gate, or passage.

Similar spelling words for EGRESSES

Conjugate verb Egresses

CONDITIONAL

I would egress
we would egress
you would egress
he/she/it would egress
they would egress

FUTURE

I will egress
we will egress
you will egress
he/she/it will egress
they will egress

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have egressed
we will have egressed
you will have egressed
he/she/it will have egressed
they will have egressed

PAST

I egressed
we egressed
you egressed
he/she/it egressed
they egressed

PAST PERFECT

I had egressed
we had egressed
you had egressed
he/she/it had egressed
they had egressed

PRESENT

I egress
we egress
you egress
he/she/it egresses
they egress

PRESENT PERFECT

I have egressed
we have egressed
you have egressed
he/she/it has egressed
they have egressed
I am egressing
we are egressing
you are egressing
he/she/it is egressing
they are egressing
I was egressing
we were egressing
you were egressing
he/she/it was egressing
they were egressing
I will be egressing
we will be egressing
you will be egressing
he/she/it will be egressing
they will be egressing
I have been egressing
we have been egressing
you have been egressing
he/she/it has been egressing
they have been egressing
I had been egressing
we had been egressing
you had been egressing
he/she/it had been egressing
they had been egressing
I will have been egressing
we will have been egressing
you will have been egressing
he/she/it will have been egressing
they will have been egressing
I would have egressed
we would have egressed
you would have egressed
he/she/it would have egressed
they would have egressed
I would be egressing
we would be egressing
you would be egressing
he/she/it would be egressing
they would be egressing
I would have been egressing
we would have been egressing
you would have been egressing
he/she/it would have been egressing
they would have been egressing

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