World Languages Lexicon
10 Language-to-English DictionariesPhase-out
/ˈfeɪz.aʊt/Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
The gradual discontinuation or withdrawal of something over a period of time.
"The government announced a complete phase-out of fossil-fuel vehicles by 2040."
- 1
To discontinue or withdraw something in gradual stages.
"The company decided to phase out the outdated software over the next six months."
Thesaurus & Semantic Spectrum
Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
Derived from the noun phase, originating from Middle French and Greek phasis (appearance), combined with the adverb out. The phrasal verb and resulting noun emerged in the mid-20th century, notably during industrial and economic planning to describe the gradual discontinuation of a product, program, or practice.
Which of the following is the closest synonym for "Phase-out"?
10 Global Lexicons: How "Phase-out" is said worldwide
Click any language below to open its dedicated Language to English dictionary page with native script & transliteration
élimination progressive
Transliteration: eh-lee-min-ah-syohn pro-greh-seev
"La phase-out du charbon est prévue pour l'année prochaine."
Ausstieg
Transliteration: owss-steek
"Der Ausstieg aus der Atomenergie ist beschlossene Sache."
dismissione graduale
Transliteration: deez-mees-syo-neh grah-doo-ah-leh
"È prevista la dismissione graduale di questo vecchio sistema."
eliminación gradual
Transliteration: eh-lee-mee-nah-syohn grah-dwahl
"El plan incluye la eliminación gradual de los plásticos de un solo uso."
eliminação gradual
Transliteration: eh-lee-mee-nah-são grah-dwahl
"A eliminação gradual do produto ocorrerá no próximo trimestre."
चरणबद्ध समाप्ति
Transliteration: charanbaddh samapti
"सरकार ने पुराने वाहनों की चरणबद्ध समाप्ति की घोषणा की।"
逐步淘汰
Transliteration: zhúbù táọtài
"该工厂计划逐步淘汰旧设备。"
단계적 폐지
Transliteration: dang-gye-jeok pye-ji
"정부는 화학 물질의 단계적 폐지를 추진하고 있다."
段階的廃止
Transliteration: dankaikatei haishi
"古いシステムの段階的廃止が始まった。"
Related Vocabulary Words to Explore
View all English termsPlacing the customer's needs, experiences, and preferences at the center of a business's philosophy, operations, and decision-making.
The cold temperature or biting quality of the air characteristic of winter.
To walk with difficulty, typically because of physical injury or stiffness in the legs or feet.
Explore Nuanced Synonyms for "Phase-out"
Discover exact matches, context-specific alternatives, and antonyms with intensity ratings in the VocabDictionary Thesaurus.
Enhance Your Writing & Grammar Precision
Linguistic Origins & Word Stories
View all stories →How Are Palisade Cells Adapted for Photosynthesis (and Why Are They Called 'Palisade')?
Palisade mesophyll cells are column-shaped, densely packed with chloroplasts, and positioned near the leaf's upper surface to maximize light absorption for photosynthesis. Their name comes from the French word for a defensive fence of wooden stakes, referencing their tightly aligned, upright cellular structure.
What is a SLOT SWOT Analysis and How Do You Actually Do One?
A SLOT SWOT analysis is an expanded strategic planning framework that blends personal or organizational 'SLOT' (Strengths, Limitations, Opportunities, Threats) metrics with traditional 'SWOT' dynamics. It provides a granular approach to evaluating internal capabilities against external market realities.