Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
catch-out
Phrase
/kæʧ aʊt/
Definition
To cause someone to fail or be caught in an embarrassing situation.
Examples
- When John tried to bluff his way through the interview, he was quickly caught out by the interviewer’s questions.
- The game was meant to be fun, but he often catch-out his friends with tricky rules.
- She felt caught out when her secret was revealed at the party.
Meaning
Catch-out refers to the act of leading someone into a trap or exposing their weaknesses, often resulting in their embarrassment or failure.
Synonyms
- Expose
- Trap
- Catch off guard
- Incriminate
