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Definition of worn–out
: exhausted or used up by or as if by wear
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First Known Use of worn–out
15th century
WORN–OUT Defined for English Language Learners
worn-out
play
adjective
Definition of worn–out for English Language Learners
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of a thing : too old or damaged from use to be used any longer
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: very tired
WORN–OUT Defined for Kids
worn–out
play
adjective
\ˈwȯrn-ˈau̇t\
Definition of worn–out for Students
1 : useless from long or hard wear worn-out sneakers
2 : very weary The long trip left us worn-out.
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