Megxit

/ˈmɛɡ.zɪt/

the departure of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle from their royal duties

The media widely covered Megxit as a significant moment in royal history.

The term refers to the couple's decision to step back from their roles as senior members of the British royal family.

informal

the departure of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle from their roles as senior members of the British royal family in 2020

Megxit sparked debates about the future of the monarchy and media scrutiny.

The event led to discussions about the monarchy's adaptability and the challenges faced by public figures.

The term blends 'Meg' (from Meghan) and 'exit,' mirroring 'Brexit' in its structure.

Collocations

Megxit announcementthe official statement about their departureMegxit falloutthe consequences and reactions to their decision

the UK's departure from the European Union

a departure from royal duties

Understand that Megxit reflects broader discussions about modern monarchy and public life.

Use 'Megxit' specifically for the 2020 royal departure, not other exits.

A portmanteau of 'Meg' (from Meghan Markle) and 'exit,' coined in 2020 to describe their decision to leave royal duties.

Primarily used in informal and media contexts to discuss the couple's transition to private life.

Meg

short for Meghan Markle

root

xit

exit, derived from 'Brexit'

suffix

English Dictionary