strike out

verb

1. 1

   set out on a course of action

   He struck out on his own

2. 2

   remove from a list

   Cross the name of the dead person off the list

3. 3

   cause to get out

   The pitcher retired three batters

   the runner was put out at third base

4. 4

   put out or be put out by a strikeout

   Oral struck out three batters to close the inning

5. 5

   make a motion as with one's fist or foot towards an object or away from one's body

6. 6

   be unsuccessful in an endeavor

   The candidate struck out with his health care plan