English · Common Verbs
give out
/ɡɪv aʊt/
[/ɡɪv aʊt/]
distribute; stop working
Intermediateverb
Definition
To distribute things to several people, or for something to stop working or run out.
Example
The teacher gave out the exam papers.
The teacher gave out the exam papers.
Etymology
From 'give' plus 'out', describing distribution outward to many.
How & Where It’s Used
Common for distributing items.