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Definition out of action in British English

out of action phrase

phrase
1

if someone is out of action, they are injured or too ill to perform their usual activities

Example

Her broken wrist will put her out of action for at least a month.

Synonyms and related words
ill frail unfit the injured wounded hurt
2

if something is out of action, it cannot be used, for example because it is broken or is being repaired or cleaned

Example

The swimming pool is currently out of action.

Synonyms and related words
broken battered faulty
Definition out of action in British English