Meaning of the word "hit the road" in English

What does "hit the road" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

hit the road

US /hɪt ðə roʊd/
UK /hɪt ðə rəʊd/
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Idiom

to leave a place; to depart

Example:
It's getting late, we should probably hit the road.
After finishing breakfast, they decided to hit the road for their long journey.