English Expression · Intermediate
bail out
To secure the release of an arrested person by providing bail money
Pronunciation: say bail out
Meaning
To remove water from a boat or vessel using a bucket or pump.
Example
But it passed, leaving us up to our knees in water. 'Bail out! bail out!' shouted Job, suiting the action to the word.
But it passed, leaving us up to our knees in water. 'Bail out! bail out!' shouted Job, suiting the action to the word.
Practice tips
- Practice bail out out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English expression is for intermediate-level learners.