Skipped Town is a term used to describe when someone leaves their home or place of residence without informing anyone. The term can be broken down into four words: Went, RAN, FLED, and Eloped. Went is a verb meaning to move from one place to another. RAN is also a verb meaning to move quickly on foot. FLED is a verb meaning to run away quickly, usually in fear or panic. Eloped is a verb meaning to leave suddenly and secretly, usually to get married. Together, these words describe the act of leaving one's home or place of residence without informing anyone.