Meaning of washout in English

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  1. Noun

    washout

    Definitions

    1. the channel or break produced by erosion of relatively soft soil by water

    Examples

    • « it was several days after the storm before they could repair the washout and open the road »
  2. 2. the erosive process of washing away soil or gravel by water (as from a roadway)

    Examples

    • « from the house they watched the washout of their newly seeded lawn by the water »
  3. 3. someone who is unsuccessful