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to strike out
[phrase form: strike]
01
to eliminate someone or something from a list
Examples
The coach had to strike out injured players from the roster before the big game.
02
to not succeed in doing or accomplishing something
Dialect
American
American
Examples
Despite their efforts, the team struck out in their attempt to win the championship.
03
(of baseball or softball) to try to hit the ball three times without success, resulting in being called out
Examples
James swung the bat three times, but he missed each time and was called out.
04
to start something new and independent
Examples
They decided to strike out together and start a family business.
05
(of baseball or softball) to throw the ball in a way that makes the batter miss it three times, and the batter is then out
Examples
The pitcher wanted to make the batter miss the ball and strike him out.
06
to forcefully move a part of one's body toward or away from something
Examples
The child, scared of the imaginary monster, struck out wildly in the dark.
Strike out
01
a segmented marine worm with bright red body; often used for bait
