Meaning of strike out

Definition of strike out

(verb) remove from a list; "Cross the name of the dead person off the list"
put out or be put out by a strikeout; "Oral struck out three batters to close the inning"
be unsuccessful in an endeavor; "The candidate struck out with his health care plan"
(noun) a segmented marine worm with bright red body; often used for bait
(verb) cause to get out; "The pitcher retired three batters"; "the runner was put out at third base"
set out on a course of action; "He struck out on his own"

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