white out

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

Sense 1

Meaning · English

To hide an error or other material on a surface by covering it with correcting fluid.

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 space out a composition for printing.

Sources & notes

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

Common questions

What does “white out” mean?

To hide an error or other material on a surface by covering it with correcting fluid.

Is “white out” formal or informal?

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