Definition of putout
(Entry 1 of 2)
: the retiring of a base runner or batter by a defensive player in baseball
put out
verb
put out; putting out; puts out
Definition of put out (Entry 2 of 2)
1
: extinguish
put the fire out
4
: to produce for sale
6
: to cause to be out (as in baseball or cricket)
1
: to set out from shore
2
: to make an effort
3
: to engage in sexual intercourse especially promiscuously
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The first known use of putout was in the 14th century
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