/maks/ , Slang.
n.
1. maximum.
2. to the max , to the greatest or furthest degree; totally: That book is disgusting to the max.
adj.
3. maximum.
adv.
4. maximally.
v.
5. max out ,
a. to reach a point at which no more improvement, profit, or benefit can occur; level off: In her last job she maxed out at $25,000 a year.
b. to reach the limit of one's capacity, endurance, etc.: The sales department has maxed out and needs more personnel to call on new clients.
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