This is the 13267th most frequent German word.
ausgeflogen
The German word "ausgeflogen" means "flown out" or "gone away," often referring to someone leaving a place, such as children moving out of their parents' home.
Here, 'ausgeflogen' describes birds flying out of their nest, emphasizing a literal departure from a place.
Die Vögel sind aus ihrem Nest ausgeflogen.
The birds have flown out of their nest.
In this context, 'ausgeflogen' is used idiomatically to mean that someone has left their household or is away.
Unsere Nachbarn waren nicht zuhause, sie waren ausgeflogen.
Our neighbors were not at home; they were out.
This usage of 'ausgeflogen' metaphorically conveys people departing from a social gathering.