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Definition of wipeout

wipeout

/ˈwaɪp.aʊt/
wipe · out
Plural:wipeouts
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wipeout Lexical Profile

wipeout Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

A heavy fall or crash, especially from a surfboard, skateboard, or skis.

Example

"The surfer suffered a spectacular wipeout when the massive wave broke directly over him."

2

A complete failure, overwhelming defeat, or total destruction (such as in an election or financial market).

Example

"The ruling party faced a historic wipeout in the midterm elections, losing nearly half of its seats."

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Word Nuance & Usage

The closed compound "wipeout" is the standard noun form, whereas the two-word phrase "wipe out" functions as the phrasal verb.

• Nearby Words

wintry
wipe
wipeable
wipeout
wiper
wire
wire stripper

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Wipeout. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/wipeout
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