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Definition hit out in American English

hit out phrasal verb

[intransitive] phrasal verb
1

to try to hit someone or something in an uncontrolled way

Example

The little boy screamed and hit out at her.

Synonyms and related words
hit out strike at aim
2

to say or do something in order to cause someone emotional pain

Example

I was hurt, so I hit out at both of them.

Synonyms and related words
abuse mistreat oppress
3

to criticize someone or something very strongly

Example

Ms. Wallis hit out at the court's decision.

Synonyms and related words
attack damn savage
Definition hit out in American English