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Definition wear out in British English

wear out phrasal verb

phrasal verb
1

to make someone feel very tired

Example

She was worn out from looking after her elderly mother.

Example

You need a holiday or you'll wear yourself out.

Synonyms and related words
tire exhaust wear out
2

to use something a lot so that it no longer works, or can no longer be used

Example

The children have all worn out their shoes.

Example

The rear tyres had worn out.

Synonyms and related words
wear out throw away waste
3

to make a hole or mark in something by using or rubbing it a lot

Example

He'd long since worn out the knees in his old jeans.

Synonyms and related words
damage spoil mark
Definition wear out in British English