FLAMEOUT

Etymology

Noun

flameout (countable and uncountable, plural flameouts)

The act of flaming out or burning out; extinguishing.

The act of quitting or failing, especially due to overwork or in a dramatic manner.

The sudden extinguishing of the flame of a burner (due to obstruction of fuel)

Usage notes

• The verb is flame out.

Source: Wiktionary



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