sellout

English

noun
Definitions
  • An action in which principles are compromised for financial gain.
  • A person who compromises his or her principles for financial gain.
  • The selling of an entire stock of something, especially tickets for an entertainment or sports event.

Etymology

Compound from English sell + English out (surpassing, beyond, outward, away from).

Origin

English

out

Gloss

surpassing, beyond, outward, away from

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