age out
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
To become too old for an activity, program or institution; to become too mature for a behavior.
Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt
quá tuổi để tham gia hoạt động hoặc chương trình
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Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
When foster kids age out, it is important that the state provides them with support.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
To die or retire.
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “age out” mean?
To become too old for an activity, program or institution; to become too mature for a behavior.
Is “age out” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.