strike out Meaning, Definition & Usage

1. verb remove from a list
   mark; cross out; strike off; cross off.
   
   • Cross the name of the dead person off the list
2. verb put out or be put out by a strikeout
   
   • Oral struck out three batters to close the inning
3. verb be unsuccessful in an endeavor
   
   • The candidate struck out with his health care plan
4. verb make a motion as with one's fist or foot towards an object or away from one's body
   
5. verb cause to get out
   retire.
   
   • The pitcher retired three batters
   • the runner was put out at third base
6. verb set out on a course of action
   
   • He struck out on his own

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