Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
rule out of
phrasal verb
/ruːl aʊt ʌv/
Definition
To exclude someone or something from consideration or participation.
Examples
- We had to rule out the possibility of a hurricane this weekend.
- After reviewing all the candidates, the committee decided to rule out of the running anyone without experience.
- She ruled out of participating in the tournament due to an injury.
Meaning
When you rule something out, you decide that it is not a possibility or option, often after deliberation.
Synonyms
- exclude
- dismiss
- ommit
- set aside
- discount
