give out

phrasal-verb
UK: /ɡɪv aʊt/
US: /ɡɪv aʊt/

  1. To distribute something to a group of people.

    1. They give out free samples at the store today so hurry up.
    2. The teacher will give out the tests when everyone is quiet and ready.

  2. To stop working or functioning properly.

    1. My old shoes might give out soon, I need a new one.
    2. The car's engine gave out on the highway, and we had to call for help.

  3. To emit something such as light, heat or a smell.

    1. The sun gives out a lot of heat during the summer.
    2. The campfire gave out a warm glow and kept us comfortable all night long.

Synonyms

distribute fail emit release
give out noun

  1. A distribution of something to a group of people.

    1. There was a give out of flyers at the event.
    2. The give out of food supplies helped many families in need this winter.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "give out" in English means: To distribute something to a group of people., To stop working or functioning properly., To emit something such as light, heat or a smell..

The phonetic transcription of "give out" is /ɡɪv aʊt/ in British English and /ɡɪv aʊt/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "give out": distribute, fail, emit, release.

Example usage of "give out": "They give out free samples at the store today so hurry up.". More examples on the page.