English Expression · Intermediate
buy out
to purchase the entire stock or extent of something
Pronunciation: say buy out
Meaning
to purchase the entire stock or extent of something
Example
[…] the present Earl had no colour or pretence of right to the estate; and yet the appellants had thought fit to buy him out, […]
[…] the present Earl had no colour or pretence of right to the estate; and yet the appellants had thought fit to buy him out, […]
Practice tips
- Practice buy 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.