| Phrasal verb | Main meaning |
|---|---|
give out [ɡɪv aʊt] | to distribute something to people |
Other meanings
- to stop working
- to make something known
- to emit (light, heat, sound)
- to come to an end
Example Sentences Using the Phrasal Verb "give out"
- The teacher gave out the test papers to the class.
- My old laptop finally gave out last week.
- They gave out the news on the radio.
- The lamp gives out a soft, warm glow.
- Our supplies will give out soon if we don’t resupply.
Features of Using "give out"
Give out can be used both literally (give something away) and figuratively (break down, radiate, run out). Often used in formal, everyday and technical vocabulary. Can be separable, especially when giving something away (“give the books out”).
🔗 Learn more about the irregular verb give, including its forms and usage.