Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
strike-out
verb
/straɪk aʊt/
Definition
To eliminate or remove something, especially by marking it out.
Examples
- He decided to strike out the last paragraph from his essay.
- The player struck out during the crucial game, leading to the team’s loss.
- She felt the need to strike out all the negativity from her life.
Meaning
In a broader sense, it can refer to a person’s failure to achieve something or to miss an opportunity.
Synonyms
- eliminate
- remove
- cancel
- cross out
- erase
