washout

• Substantiv mit mehreren Bedeutungen: kann eine durch Wassererosion in weichem Boden verursachte Rinne oder Ausspülung bezeichnen, den Erosionsprozess selbst oder eine Person, die als Versager gilt.

A noun with multiple meanings: it can refer to a channel or break caused by water erosion of soft soil, the erosive process itself, or a person who is considered a failure.

1. Erosion channelC1formal

   A channel or gully formed by the erosion of relatively soft soil by flowing water.

   Auswaschung

   • The heavy rain created a deep washout across the dirt road.
   • Farmers had to repair the washout in the field after the storm.
   • The washout made the trail impassable for vehicles.

   Synonymearroyochannelcutgullyravine

2. Erosive processC1formal

   The process of soil or gravel being washed away by water, often from a roadway or embankment.

   Ausspülung

   • The road was closed due to a washout from the flash flood.
   • Engineers inspected the area for signs of washout after the heavy rains.
   • Washout can undermine the foundation of bridges and buildings.

   Synonymeerosionscour

3. Unsuccessful personB2informal

   A person who fails to achieve success or meet expectations.

   Versager

   • He was considered a washout after failing the exam twice.
   • The team's new player turned out to be a complete washout.
   • She felt like a washout after her business venture collapsed.

   Synonymealso-randisappointmentdudfailurefloplosernonstarter

   Antonymeachieversuccess