Question 1

What does "do out of" mean?

Accepted Answer

To trick or deceive someone so they lose something they are entitled to, especially money or an opportunity.

Question 2

How do you use "do out of" in a sentence?

Accepted Answer

His business partner did him out of thousands of pounds by falsifying the accounts.

Question 3

Is "do out of" formal or informal?

Accepted Answer

"do out of" is informal — used mainly in casual conversation. Almost always used in passive or with a human object. Common in British English. Often implies resentment or injustice on the part of the victim.

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