out of place 1 adv. phr. Not in the right or usual place or position. Harry fell and knocked one of his teeth out of place. The teacher lined up the class and told them not to get out of place.
Compare: OUT OF ORDER.
Antonym: IN PLACE.
out of place 2 adj. phr. In the wrong place or at the wrong time; not suitable; improper. Joan was the only girl who wore a formal at the party, and she felt out of place. It was out of place for Russell to laugh at the old lady.
Compare: OUT OF ONE'S ELEMENT, OUT OF ORDER, OUT OF THE WAY.
Antonym: IN PLACE.