What are the definitions of “do out of”?
Learn how to use these expressions through these examples
- 1Cheat somebody out of something that is rightfully theirs.
They lied on the reference and DID me OUT OF any chance of getting the job.
What’s the most common meaning of the phrasal verb “do out of”?
The most common meaning of the phrasal verb do out of is to cheat someone or prevent them from getting something that they deserve. It often involves dishonesty or unfair actions. For example, it can mean preventing someone from getting a job, a promotion, or a prize.
What are the different verb forms of “do out of”?
| Root Verb | do out of |
| Third Person Singular Present | does out of |
| Present Participle | doing out of |
| Simple Past | did out of |
| Past Participle | done out of |
Example
He tried to do me out of my share of the profits.
Example
She does him out of the recognition he deserves.
Example
They are doing her out of a fair chance at the competition.
Example
He did her out of the promotion she deserved.
Example
I was done out of my rightful inheritance.
What kind of phrasal verb is “do out of”?
Notes from a Native English Speaker
What is a transitive and intransitive verb? - A transitive verb always has an object after it. (Example: Sam bought a car.) - An intransitive verb never has an object.(Example: She laughed loudly.)
Transitive verb
“do out of” is a transitive phrasal verb because it requires a direct object to complete its meaning. The direct object specifies what is being removed, obtained, or eliminated.
Example
He did me out of my share of the profits.
Example
She did him out of the recognition he deserves.
Notes from a Native English Speaker
What is a separable and inseparable phrasal verb? - A “separable phrasal verb” can be separated with an object between the verb and particle. - An “inseparable phrasal verb” cannot be separated by an object.
Inseparable
“do out of” is an inseparable phrasal verb. This means that you can’t place an object between the verb and the particle, otherwise, it changes the meaning of the phrasal verb.
Example
He did me out of my share of the profits.
Example
She did him out of the recognition he deserves.
What are common phrases and expressions that include the phrasal verb “do out of”?
Do someone out of an opportunity
Unfairly prevent someone from taking advantage of an opportunity.
Example
The false accusations did her out of the chance to compete in the tournament.
Good things to know
Does “do out of” have an informal or formal tone?
Do out of is an informal phrasal verb that is typically used in casual conversations. It is not commonly used in formal settings or written documents. In more formal contexts, alternatives such as 'deprive,' 'cheat,' or 'defraud' may be more appropriate.
