Definition of Down-and-out
Down-and-out
down·and·out
Definition/Meaning
(adjective)
A person who is destitute and has lost their sense of purpose.
e.g. The down-and-out musician had to sell his guitar to buy food.
(adjective)
a state of need and poverty;
e.g. They helped her when she was down-and-out, for which she will always be grateful.
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