oot
1 synonym for oot, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Pron — Anything at all (used in older or dialectal English, roughly like modern "aught" or "anything").
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
From Old English āuht — the same root that gives us the modern word "aught."
Full origin of oot →Frequently asked questions
What does “oot” mean?
The word “oot” means anything at all (used in older or dialectal English, roughly like modern "aught" or "anything"). In plain terms, an old or dialect word for "anything.".
How do you pronounce “oot”?
“Oot” is pronounced oot (/uːt/ in IPA).
How do you use “oot” in a sentence?
Here is “oot” used in a sentence: “He never asked for oot in return.”
What part of speech is “oot”?
“Oot” is a pronoun.
Where does the word “oot” come from?
The word “oot” comes from Old English. From Old English āuht — the same root that gives us the modern word "aught.".
