Definition for E'GRESS

E'GRESS, n. [L. egressus, from egredior; e and gradior, to step, Sw. resa, Dan. rejser.]

The act of going or issuing out, or the power of departing from any inclosed or confined place. Gates of buroing adamant, / Barr'd over us, prohibit all egress. Milton.

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