To elope originally meant to run away secretly to get married, often without the permission or knowledge of parents or family. Traditionally, it implied a sudden, secretive marriage sometimes due to disapproval or other pressures. However, the modern meaning of eloping has evolved to mean choosing to get married in a small, intimate, and often non-traditional way, focusing on what the couple truly wants without necessarily involving a large wedding or following all traditional customs. Eloping today can be seen as a deliberate, meaningful, and personal choice to marry in a way that reflects the couple's wishes, often with little to no guests or in a preferred unique location.
