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burnout

Main Entry: burn·out

Pronunciation: \ˈbərn-ˌau̇t\

Function: noun

Date: 1940

1 : the cessation of operation usually of a jet or rocket engine; also : the point at which burnout occurs
2 a : exhaustion of physical or emotional strength or motivation usually as a result of prolonged stress or frustration b : a person suffering from burnout
3 : a person showing the effects of drug abuse

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