Washout

From Fresh Dictionary

English

Noun

washout

1. A channel produced by the erosion of a relatively soft surface by a sudden gush of water.
2. A disappointment or total failure; an unsuccessful person.

   As an actor, he was a complete washout, so he went back to accounting.

3. A sporting fixture that could not be completed because of rain.
4. The aerodynamic effect of a small twist in the shape of an aircraft wing

See also

• wash out

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