Meaning of max out | Babel Free

Definitions

1. To reach the limit of one's capabilities.
   informal, intransitive
2. To reach a maximum or a point at which no more growth or improvement is possible.
   informal, intransitive
3. To use (something) to the limit of its capabilities.
   informal, transitive
4. To relax.
   US, slang
5. To serve an entire sentence with no early parole, time off for good behavior, etc.
   US, slang

Equivalents

Examples

“In the bench press, he has maxed out at 110 kg.”

“This machine maxes out at a 110 kW output.”

“Nadja had not thought of the word elegant since her mother made her model for no real occasion one sequined monstrosity after another at Denise's Bridal Affair, pretending her daughter was a pageanteer and hadn't maxed out at a B-cup.”

“to max out one's credit card(s)”

“I've spent all afternoon shopping and maxed out my credit card.”

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