Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

pass-out

verb

/pæs aʊt/

Definition

To lose consciousness or become temporarily unresponsive for a period of time.

Examples

After running the marathon without enough water, he started to feel dizzy and eventually passed out.
She was so overwhelmed by the news that she thought she might pass out.
The heat was unbearable, and several people in the crowd passed out.

Meaning

The term ‘pass-out’ refers to a state where someone becomes unconscious or experiences a fainting spell, often due to exhaustion, dehydration, or other health issues.