Definitions

1. noun

A person who leaves a school, college, or other educational institution without graduating.

“The high dropout rate in the local schools was a major concern for the community.”

2. noun

A person who leaves a job or activity, especially a musician or a participant in a television show.

“The band’s drummer was a dropout who had previously been in a well-known rock band.”

3. verb

To leave a school, college, or other educational institution without graduating.

“She dropped out of college after failing her final exams.”

4. verb

To leave a job or activity, especially a musician or a participant in a television show.

“He dropped out of the reality TV show after getting into a conflict with his fellow contestants.”