Word: OUT
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Definition of OUT
- A means of exit, escape, reprieve, etc.
"They wrote the law to give those organizations an out."
- A state in which a member of the batting team is removed from play due to the application of various rules of the game such as striking out, hitting a fly ball which is caught by the fielding team before bouncing, etc.
- A dismissal; a state in which a member of the batting team finishes his turn at bat, due to the application of various rules of the game, such as the bowler knocking over the batsman's wicket with the ball.
- To eject; to expel.
- To reveal (a person) as LGBT+ (gay, trans, etc).
- To reveal (a person or organization) as having a certain secret, such as a being a secret agent or undercover detective.
- Not at home; not at one's office or place of employment.
"I'm sorry, Mr Smith is out at the moment."
- Not inside or within something.
"I worked away cleaning the U-bend until all the gunge was out."
- Freed from confinement or secrecy.
"My secret is out."
- Away from the inside, centre or other point of reference.
"For six hours the tide flows out, then for six hours it flows in."
- Away from home or one's usual place.
"Let's eat out tonight"
- Outside; not indoors.
"Last night we slept out under the stars."
- From from the inside to the outside of; out of.
- (procedure word) A radio procedure word meaning that the station is finished with its transmission and does not expect a response.
"Destruction. Two T-72s destroyed. Three foot mobiles down. Out."
- Get out; begone; away!
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
📜 Word Pattern Notes
Like many English words, its origin likely blends multiple historical linguistic influences, though exact etymology is undetermined.
🗣️ Example Sentences
- • "Understanding the exact meaning of "out" can significantly improve your writing style."
- • "Linguists often study the historical evolution of "out" in early literature."
💡 Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
This word is a perfect "isogram" (or non-pattern word), meaning it contains no repeating letters. It is highly valued for rack flexibility!
🎯 Scrabble Board Placement & Usage Tips
Excellent for parallel plays! Slide this short word alongside existing board words to trigger multiple intersections in a single turn.
Dictionary Validity
| Dictionary Lexicon | Status | Base Value |
|---|---|---|
| TWL (US/Canada Scrabble) | ✓ Valid | 3 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | ✓ Valid | 3 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | ✓ Valid | 4 pts |
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- # the out effect
- # master of out
- # playing with out
- # in terms of out
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