Give out
/ɡɪv aut/B1
PreIntermediate
1. To distribute or supply something to several people.
- The teacher will give out the test papers to the students.
- Volunteers will give out free meals to the homeless tonight.
- The organization gave out blankets to those affected by the storm.
2. To produce something, such as sound, light, or information.
- The lamp gives out a warm glow.
- The announcer gave out the lottery results on the radio.
- The machine gives out a loud noise when it starts.
3. To stop functioning; to fail or become exhausted.
- After years of service, the old printer finally gave out.
- He was running a marathon and his legs gave out near the end.
- Her patience finally gave out, and she decided to speak up.
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