Meaning of the word "be out on your ear" in English

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be out on your ear

US /bi aʊt ɑn jʊər ɪr/
UK /bi aʊt ɒn jɔːr ɪər/
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Idiom

to be dismissed from a job or position, often suddenly and without much ceremony

Example:
After that mistake, he was out on his ear by the end of the day.
If you don't improve your performance, you'll be out on your ear.