The emergency exit
Example: Emergency exit provides escape route during aircraft emergencies
Definition
"The emergency exit" refers to a designated door or passageway on an aircraft that allows passengers to quickly leave the plane in case of an emergency, ensuring a safe and efficient evacuation during critical situations.
Etymology
The term "emergency exit" combines "emergency," derived from the Latin 'emergere' meaning 'to arise or come forth,' and "exit," from Latin 'exire,' meaning 'to go out.' Together, they describe a special exit designed for urgent situations. Did you know the concept became standardized with the rise of commercial aviation to enhance passenger safety?
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"The emergency exit" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Air travel & Aviation - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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