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Definition give out in American English

give out phrasal verb

phrasal verb
1

to give something to several people

Example

The office gives out financial advice to students.

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2

if something such as a machine or a part of your body gives out, it stops working

Example

His heart finally gave out under the strain.

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3

if a supply of something has given out, all of it has been used

Example

Their water gave out two days ago.

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4

to produce something such as a sound or light

Example

The quietest devices give out only a low, almost inaudible hum.

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Definition give out in American English