Lam
Verb
Definition: To run away quickly or escape hastily.
Synonyms: Flee, Escape, Bolt
Antonyms: Stay, Remain
Examples:
- The suspect lammed out of the building before the police arrived.
- When the fire alarm went off, everyone lammed from the building.
Mnemonics:
- Imagine someone running so fast that they are making a "lam" sound with their feet hitting the ground.
Etymology:
Origin:
The word "lam" originated in the late 16th century as slang and is of unknown origin.
Historical Usage:The term has been used primarily in informal or colloquial speech to describe a quick escape or flight.
Related Idioms:
Idiom:
"On the lam"
Explanation:This phrase refers to someone who is trying to avoid being caught by the authorities or is in hiding to evade capture.
Misconceptions:
Misconception:
Confusing "lam" with "lamb."
Explanation:"Lam" has a different meaning and is unrelated to the word "lamb," which refers to a young sheep.