dump out
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
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).
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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.
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