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Meaning of knock out

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

knock out

Pronunciation:

verb

Definitions

  1. To strike or bump (someone or something) out.

    Example: I accidentally knocked out the glass in my picture frame.

  2. To render unconscious, as by a blow to the head.

    Example: The boxer knocked out his opponent in the third round.

  3. To put to sleep.

    Example: The allergy pill knocked him out for a good three hours.

  4. To exhaust.

    Example: Running errands all day really knocked him out.