Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
first-round-exit
noun
/ˈfɜrst raʊnd ˈɛksɪt/

Definition
A situation in which a competitor or team is eliminated from a competition or tournament in the initial round.

Examples
- The team faced a disappointing first-round-exit in the championship after losing the very first match.
- Many fans were surprised by the first-round-exit of their favorite player in the tournament.

Meaning
The term ‘first-round-exit’ describes a scenario where a participant does not advance past the first stage of a contest, often used in the context of sports or competitions.

Synonyms
- early elimination
- initial defeat
- first-stage exit