Meaning of the word "out of the way" in English

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

out of the way

US /aʊt əv ðə weɪ/
UK /aʊt əv ðə weɪ/

Idiom

1.

in a remote or secluded location

Example:
They live in a small cottage out of the way, deep in the countryside.
The restaurant is a bit out of the way, but the food is excellent.
2.

no longer an obstacle or problem

Example:
Now that the exams are out of the way, we can relax.
Let's get this paperwork out of the way first.