prep_phrase
Meaning 1
In the process of leaving.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Examples
- Quick! She's already on the way out!
Meaning relationships
Synonyms: none provided
Antonyms: none provided
Phrase guide
on the way out
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prep_phrase
Meaning 2
As someone is leaving.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Examples
- He shook my hand on the way out.
Meaning relationships
Synonyms: none provided
Antonyms: none provided
prep_phrase
Meaning 3
Going out of fashion.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: informal
Examples
- This trend is on its way out.
Meaning relationships
Synonyms: none provided
Antonyms: none provided
prep_phrase
Meaning 4
Dying.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: euphemistic, informal
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Antonyms: none provided
History
Etymology
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Across languages
Translations
3 source translations are retained for this English entry.
- Italian: in declino — going out of fashion
- Italian: superato — going out of fashion
- Italian: fuori moda — going out of fashion