All Definitions for Out
Below are all the dictionary definitions of out:
1Away from the inside or centre.
2Away from, or at a distance from, some point of reference or focus.
3Specifically, away from home or one's usual place.
4Away from the doer, especially vigorously.
5Away, or at a distance, in time (relative to, and usually after, the present or a stated event) (often preceded by a stated time period and followed by "from")
6Outside
7Ot indoors.
8Of the ball or other playing implement, so as to pass or be situated beyond the bounds of the playing area.
9Into a state of non-operation or non-existence.
10To the end
11Completely
12So that nothing remains.
13Shows that an activity has been completed to the point of exhaustion.
14Used to intensify or emphasize.
15Into a state of existence or visibility.
16So as to be visible in the sky, and not covered by clouds, fog, etc.
17So as to be disqualified from playing further by some action of a member of the opposing team (such as being stumped in cricket).
18A means of exit, escape, reprieve, etc.
19A 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.
20A dismissal
21A 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.
22A card which can make a hand a winner.
23A trip out
24An outing.
25One who, or that which, is out
26Especially, one who is out of office.
27A place or space outside of something
28A nook or corner
29An angle projecting outward
30An open space.
31A word or words omitted by the compositor in setting up copy
32An omission.
33An outtake.
34To eject
35To expel.
36To come or go out
37To get out or away
38To become public, revealed, or apparent.
39To reveal (a person or organization) as having a certain secret, such as a being a secret agent or undercover detective.
40To reveal (a secret).
41To reveal (a person) as LGBTQ+ (gay, trans, etc).
42To kill
43To snuff out.
44Not inside or within a place, especially a place that someone or something was formerly inside or is customarily inside:
45Not at home, or not at one's office or place of employment.
46Not in jail, prison, or captivity
47Freed from confinement.
48Not fitted or inserted into something.
49Falling or passing or being situated beyond the bounds of the playing area.
50Not (or no longer) acceptable or in consideration, play, availability, or operation:
51(in various games
52Used especially of a batsman or batter in cricket or baseball) Dismissed from play under the rules of the game.
53Discarded
54O longer a possibility.
55No longer acceptable or permissible.
56Not available
57Out of service.
58Not having availability of a service, such as power or communications.
59Not shining or burning.
60Temporarily not in operation, or not being attended as usual.
61Unconscious.
62No longer popular or in fashion.
63Open or public (about something).
64Openly acknowledging that one is LGBT+ (gay, trans, etc).
65Open, public
66Public about or openly acknowledging some (usually specified) identity.
67Freed from secrecy.
68Available to be seen, or to be interacted with in some way:
69Released, available for purchase, download or other use.
70In bloom.
71Visible in the sky
72Ot obscured by clouds.
73At or near its lowest level.
74Without
75O longer in possession of
76Ot having any more.
77Containing errors or discrepancies, or in error by a stated amount.
78A dram glass.
79Of a young lady: having entered society and available to be courted.
About rhymes for out
Finding the right rhyme for out helps poets and songwriters add rhythm, musicality, and memorability to their work. Defined as "Away from the inside or centre.", out has 20 words that share its ending sound pattern.
Each rhyme carries a slightly different meaning and connotation. Stout is the most common rhyme in everyday usage. Rout works well in formal or poetic contexts. Flout is often preferred when the context calls for a specific nuance or imagery.
When choosing a rhyme, consider the meaning, formality level, and intended emotional impact. Some rhymes work better in casual songs while others shine in formal poetry. The list above provides the most common and useful rhymes for out, but always read your line aloud to ensure the chosen word flows naturally and supports your intended message.