Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

drive-out

phrasal verb
/draɪv aʊt/
Definition
To force someone or something to leave a place.
Examples
  • They had to drive out the unwanted weeds from the garden.
  • The company’s aggressive policies aimed to drive out smaller competitors.
  • The protest tried to drive out the illegal vendors from the market.
Meaning
The term ‘drive-out’ refers to the act of expelling or removing individuals or entities from a specific location, often through persistent efforts or pressure.
Synonyms
  • expel
  • oust
  • remove
  • eliminate
  • displace