Definitions

1. noun

the act of pushing someone or something out of a place, especially a building, or the result of this action

“The fire department’s pushout of the trapped residents was a heroic effort.”

2. noun

a student who leaves a school, especially a university, before completing their studies

“The university’s low graduation rates were partly due to the high number of pushouts.”

3. noun

a person who is forced to leave their home or community, especially due to poverty or lack of resources

“The pushout of low-income families from the city center was a major concern for local charities.”

4. verb

to force or push someone or something out of a place, especially a building

“The firefighters had to push out the smoke-filled room to rescue the family.”