walk out Meaning, Definition & Usage

1. verb stop work in order to press demands
   strike.
   
   • The auto workers are striking for higher wages
   • The employees walked out when their demand for better benefits was not met
2. verb leave abruptly, often in protest or anger
   
   • The customer that was not served walked out
3. verb leave suddenly, often as an expression of disapproval
   
   • She walked out on her husband and children

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