American Dictionary
Definition work out in American English
work out phrasal verb
phrasal verb
1
to deal with a problem in a satisfactory way
Example
We've worked out our differences.
1.1
to solve a problem by considering the facts
Example
I can't work out what to do.
3
to be successful, or to end in a particular way
Example
If it doesn't work out, you can always come back here.
4
to find a satisfactory way of doing something
Example
An international peace plan has been worked out.
5
to add up to a particular amount
