Bailing: meaning, definitions and examples
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bailing
[ หbeษชlษชล ]
leaving quickly
Bailing is often used to describe the act of abandoning a situation or leaving a place swiftly, sometimes in an attempt to avoid responsibility or challenges. This informal usage can apply to various situations, from relationships to job commitments. Additionally, the term may refer to the act of removing water from a boat or similar object using a container. Such usage is more literal and pertains to maritime activities.
Synonyms
abandon, forsake, leave, vacate.
Examples of usage
- He was bailing on our plans at the last minute.
- She had to bail water out of the canoe after it started taking on water.
- After months of stress at work, I decided to bail and take a vacation instead.
Translations
Translations of the word "bailing" in other languages:
๐ต๐น bailar
๐ฎ๐ณ เคฌเคเคพเคต เคเคฐเคจเคพ
๐ฉ๐ช retten
๐ฎ๐ฉ menyelamatkan
๐บ๐ฆ ััััะฒะฐัะธ
๐ต๐ฑ ratowaฤ
๐ฏ๐ต ๆใ
๐ซ๐ท sauver
๐ช๐ธ salvar
๐น๐ท kurtarmak
๐ฐ๐ท ๊ตฌ์ถํ๋ค
๐ธ๐ฆ ุฅููุงุฐ
๐จ๐ฟ zachrรกnit
๐ธ๐ฐ zachrรกniลฅ
๐จ๐ณ ๆๆด
๐ธ๐ฎ reลกiti
๐ฎ๐ธ bjarga
๐ฐ๐ฟ าาฑัาะฐัั
๐ฌ๐ช แจแแแฎแกแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ xilas etmษk
๐ฒ๐ฝ salvar
Etymology
The term 'bailing' comes from the Middle English word 'bailen', which is derived from the Old French 'bailler', meaning 'to deliver or give'. This etymology reflects the action of providing a vessel with a way to remove unwanted substance, such as water. Over time, the word evolved to gain its additional meanings associated with sudden departure or abandonment. In contemporary usage, particularly in slang, it captures a sense of urgency or irresponsibility, often implying a decision made under pressure or discomfort. Today, 'bailing' is widely recognized in both formal and informal settings, bridging its historical maritime roots with modern colloquial language.
Word Frequency Rank
At rank #27,647, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.
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