Meaning of the word out in English

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

out

US /aʊt/

UK /aʊt/

away from the inside or the center

Example:

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She stepped out of the car.

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The cat ran out the door.

Synonym:

outside outdoors

Synonym:

in inside

away from one's home or place of work

Example:

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She's out of town this week.

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He's not in; he's out for lunch.

Synonym:

away absent

Synonym:

in at home at work

not fashionable or popular

Example:

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That style is totally out now.

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Long skirts are out this season.

Synonym:

unfashionable outmoded

Synonym:

in fashionable popular

used to express removal or separation

Example:

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Take the rubbish out.

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He pulled a tooth out.

Synonym:

off away from

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