Meaning of the word "pay out" in English
What does "pay out" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
pay out
US /peɪ aʊt/
UK /peɪ aʊt/
Phrasal Verb
1.
to pay a large sum of money from a fund or insurance policy
Example:
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The insurance company will pay out the claim next week.
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The lottery paid out millions to the winners.
2.
to let out a rope or cable by slackening it
Example:
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The sailors had to pay out more rope to reach the dock.
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Carefully pay out the cable as the boat moves forward.
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