Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

wear-out

verb

/ˈwɛr aʊt/

Definition

To cause something to become useless or ineffective through prolonged use or stress.

Examples

After years of use, my old shoes are starting to wear out.
The constant pressure on the machine caused it to wear out much faster than expected.
If you don’t take care of your belongings, they will eventually wear out.

Meaning

The term ‘wear-out’ refers to the process by which an object, material, or even a part of a person becomes degraded, damaged, or exhausted due to continued use over time.