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