pound out

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

Sense 1

Meaning · English

To perform (a song or piece of music) very loudly.

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 type on a keyboard by writing quickly; to write quickly or compose a finished piece of writing quickly.

Sources & notes

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

Sense 3

Meaning · English

To achieve (something) using strength or endurance.

Sources & notes

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

Common questions

What does “pound out” mean?

To perform (a song or piece of music) very loudly.

Is “pound out” formal or informal?

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