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Meaning of the word oust in English

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oust

US /aʊst/
UK /aʊst/
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Verb

1.

drive out or expel (someone) from a position or place

Example:
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The rebels tried to oust the dictator from power.
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He was ousted from his job after the scandal.
Synonym:
expelejectremovedeposeunseat
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