Definitions

1. noun

the sudden failure of a rocket or spacecraft to achieve orbit or to reach its intended destination, due to a loss of thrust or control

“The space agency suffered a major embarrassment when the rocket’s flameout occurred just minutes after launch.”

2. noun

a complete loss of power or energy, especially in a machine or system

“The company experienced a flameout of their backup generators during the power outage.”

3. noun

a sudden and complete collapse or failure, especially of a business or organization

“The startup suffered a flameout after a series of failed product launches.”

4. verb

to experience a sudden and complete failure or collapse, especially of a business or organization

“The company’s founders tried to prevent the business from flaming out, but it was too late.”