hit out
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
To strike out with the fist, usually without planning or accuracy.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
Feeling somebody grab at his wallet in the darkness, he hit out at the assailant.
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 react viciously (towards someone/something).
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 3
Meaning · English
To perform by good luck.
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “hit out” mean?
To strike out with the fist, usually without planning or accuracy.
Is “hit out” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.