fag out

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

Sense 1

Meaning · English

To become untwisted or frayed, as the end of a rope, or the edge of canvas.

Where it’s used: Used American English
Sources & notes

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

Sense 2

Meaning · English

To come on as a fielder at the behest of a senior student in British schools.

Sources & notes

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

Common questions

What does “fag out” mean?

To become untwisted or frayed, as the end of a rope, or the edge of canvas.

Is “fag out” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.