Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
washout
noun
/ˈwɔːʃaʊt/
Definition
A washout refers to the loss or removal of soil or sediment from a surface, often due to heavy rain or flooding.
Examples
- After the heavy rains, there was a significant washout on the road, making it impassable.
- The project was a washout, and the team had to rethink their strategy.
Meaning
In a broader sense, it can also mean a failure or a situation that does not meet expectations.
Synonyms
- failure
- flop
- collapse
- breakdown
