live out

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

Sense 1

Meaning · English

To not reside on the premises of one's employer (used especially of domestic staff such as nannies, cooks, maids, etc.)

Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt

Không cư trú tại nơi làm việc của người sử dụng lao động

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Where it’s used: Used American English

Examples

Our nanny used to live out, but now she lives with us.

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 fulfill or act out a dream or fantasy or aspiration.

Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt

Thực hiện hoặc thể hiện một giấc mơ,幻 tưởng hoặc khát vọng

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Sources & notes

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

Sense 3

Meaning · English

To pass time or to pass the remainder of one's life, especially in a particular place or situation.

Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt

Trải qua thời gian hoặc phần còn lại của cuộc đời

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Sources & notes

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

Common questions

What does “live out” mean?

To not reside on the premises of one's employer (used especially of domestic staff such as nannies, cooks, maids, etc.)

Is “live out” formal or informal?

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