wash out
The term "wash out" has various meanings, ranging from cleaning and erosion to event cancellations and failures.
Definition
A2Cleaning
To remove dirt, stains, or impurities by washing.
Example
- You need to wash out the bottle before reusing it.
B2Geology
(technical)To erode or be carried away by the action of water.
Example
- The heavy rain caused the road to wash out.
B1Sports and Events
To cancel or postpone an event due to rain or adverse weather conditions.
Example
- The baseball game was washed out because of the storm.
B2Idioms
(informal)To fail to meet expectations or standards, often resulting in dismissal or elimination.
Example
- He washed out of the training program after the first week.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "wash out":
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