What does the phrasal verb “pack out” mean?

What are the definitions of “pack out”?

Learn how to use these expressions through these examples

• 1. Fill a venue.

  The stadium was PACKED OUT.

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

The most common meaning of the phrasal verb pack out is to fill a venue or space with people or things. It is often used to describe a crowded place, such as a stadium, concert hall, or theater.

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

Root Verb	pack out
Third Person Singular Present	packs out
Present Participle	packing out
Simple Past	packed out
Past Participle	packed out

Example

The concert was so popular that it packed out the entire venue.

Example

The famous singer always packs out the stadiums during her tours.

Example

The event is packing out the conference center with attendees.

Example

The stadium was packed out for the championship game.

Example

The theater was packed out for the opening night of the play.

What kind of phrasal verb is “pack 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.)

Intransitive verb

“pack out” is an intransitive phrasal verb because it doesn't require an object to complete its meaning. It forms a complete sentence without an object.

Example

The stadium was packed out for the big game.

Example

The concert hall was packed out with excited fans.

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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

“pack 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

The stadium was packed out for the big game.

Example

The concert hall was packed out with excited fans.

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

Pack out a suitcase

Fill a suitcase with clothes or other items.

Example

She packed out her suitcase with everything she needed for her trip.

Pack out a room

Fill a room with furniture or other items.

Example

They packed out the room with boxes when they were moving.

Pack out a schedule

Fill a schedule with appointments or events.

Example

His schedule was packed out with meetings and appointments all day.

Good things to know

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

Pack out is a neutral phrasal verb that can be used in both informal and formal contexts. It is appropriate for everyday conversations, as well as more formal settings, such as business meetings or presentations.

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

Synonyms

• jam
• stuff
• cram
• fill up
• crowd
• load

Antonyms

• clear
• vacate
• unpack
• deplete
• drain
• empty