What does the phrasal verb “nut out” mean?

What are the definitions of “nut out”?

Learn how to use these expressions through these examples

• 1. Find an answer to a problem.

  The management and unions had a meeting to NUT things OUT.

What’s the most common meaning of the phrasal verb “nut out”?

The most common meaning of the phrasal verb nut out is to find a solution or answer to a problem, often through discussion or careful thought. It is often used when people work together to solve a difficult issue.

What are the different verb forms of “nut out”?

Root Verb	nut out
Third Person Singular Present	nuts out
Present Participle	nutting out
Simple Past	nutted out
Past Participle	nutted out

Example

We need to nut out a plan for the upcoming project.

Example

She nuts out the details of the proposal with her team.

Example

They are nutting out the best way to approach the situation.

Example

Yesterday, we nutted out a solution to the problem.

Example

The issue has been nutted out and resolved.

What kind of phrasal verb is “nut out”?

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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

“nut out” 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

We nutted out a solution to the problem.

Example

They nutted the problem out together.

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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

“nut out” 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

We nutted out a solution to the problem.

Example

They nutted the problem out together.

What are common phrases and expressions that include the phrasal verb “nut out”?

Nut out a plan

To work together to create a detailed plan or strategy.

Example

The team nutted out a plan for the marketing campaign.

Nut out the details

To discuss and decide on the specifics of something.

Example

We need to nut out the details of the contract before signing.

Nut out an agreement

To reach a consensus or compromise after negotiation.

Example

The two parties nutted out an agreement after hours of discussion.

Good things to know

Does “nut out” have an informal or formal tone?

Nut out is an informal phrasal verb, typically used in casual conversations or informal settings. In more formal contexts, it is better to use synonyms such as 'resolve', 'work out', or 'determine'.

What are synonyms of antonyms to the phrasal verb “nut out”?

Synonyms

• resolve
• determine
• settle
• decide
• work out
• figure out
• sort out
• iron out

Antonyms

• complicate
• confuse
• muddle
• obscure
• blur
• cloud
• unsettle