FLAMEOUT


Meaning of FLAMEOUT in English

n.

Pronunciation: ' fl ā m- ˌ au ̇ t

Function: noun

Date: 1950

1 : the unintentional cessation of operation of a jet airplane engine

2 : a sudden downfall, failure, or cessation

3 : a person whose successful career ends abruptly

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