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piece out

verb · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

verb

Meaning 1

To increase or complete by adding one or more pieces.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: transitive

Examples

  • She pieced out a meal for three from what was in the cupboard.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

2

verb

Meaning 2

To lay out or present possible components of a whole.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: transitive

Examples

  • He pieced out what he knew from the witnesses.

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Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

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