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/fɔːl aʊt/ · fall · out
noun
  1. A disagreement, parting of ways. We had a fall out, couldn't come to terms and haven't talked since.
  2. The act of objects falling out of a container or formation. The can fell out of the cupboard and onto my foot.
verb
  1. To come out of something by falling. I opened the cupboard and a can fell out onto my foot.
  2. To cease to be on friendly terms. Dave and I fell out after a long argument.
  3. To leave one's place in the current formation of ranks in order to take one's place in a new formation. The soldiers fell out of line to reorganize their formation.
Did you know? The phrase 'fall out' has been used in various contexts, including military formations and interpersonal relationships, highlighting its versatility and widespread usage in the English language.
Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor 0 lookups Added Jul 16, 2026