worn out
verb
Meaning
To cause (something) to become damaged, useless, or ineffective through continued use, especially hard, heavy, or careless use.
"He wears a pair of tennis shoes out every summer."
To deteriorate or become unusable or ineffective due to continued use, exposure, or strain.
"My shoes wear out quickly now that I walk to work."
To exhaust; to cause or contribute to another's exhaustion, fatigue, or weariness, as by continued strain or exertion.
"Our physical advantage allowed us to wear the other team out and win."
To become exhausted, tired, fatigued, or weary, as by continued strain or exertion.
"I'm wearing out, guys. Time to go to sleep."
Of apparel, to display in public.
"Those sweatpants are great for loafing around the house, but they're not meant to be worn out."
Of a shirt, to not tuck into the pants; to wear in a casual manner.
"A dress shirt should be tucked in, but a t-shirt can be worn out."
To punish by spanking.
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adjective
Meaning
Damaged and useless due to hard or continued use.
"That old tractor is worn out."
Exhausted or fatigued from exertion.
"I was worn out after all that work."
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