the GNU version of the Collaborative International Dictionary of English
n. an out made by a batter against whom three strikes were called in a single at-bat; also, the same out as credited to the pitcher, in the scoring of the game.
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v. make a motion as with one's fist or foot towards an object or away from one's body
v. cause to get out
v. put out or be put out by a strikeout
v. be unsuccessful in an endeavor
v. remove from a list
v. set out on a course of action
n. an out resulting from the batter getting three strikes
Word Usage
"The strikeout is essentially the pitcher's unassisted contribution to the game."