dump out

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Sense 1

Meaning · English

To discard, to throw away, to toss out or eliminate.

Register: informal

Where it’s used: Used American English

Examples

However, considering Canada's heroics in dumping out the Black Ferns, the Red Roses may need more next weekend.

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 empty a container by turning its contents out over a surface.

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Sense 3

Meaning · English

To gain control of the puck and shoot it into the neutral zone.

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “dump out” mean?

To discard, to throw away, to toss out or eliminate.

Is “dump out” formal or informal?

dump out is generally informal.