Shutout

/ˈʃʌtaʊt/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A game in which one team prevents the opposing team from scoring.

The baseball team's pitcher achieved a shutout, allowing no runs throughout the game.

A situation in sports where one team scores no points against another team.

The football match ended in a 3-0 shutout, showcasing the home team's strong defense.

The act of shutting out or excluding someone from a situation or event.

His refusal to invite his former friend to the party felt like a shutout that hurt their relationship.

Derived from the combination of 'shut' and 'out', referring to preventing scoring.

to pitch a shutout

To play a game in which the opposing team does not score.

shutout victory

A win where the opposing team fails to score.

goalie shutout

A situation in hockey or soccer where the goalie does not allow any goals.

shut

To close or prevent passage.

out

Not in play or not in the game.

To defeat someone without letting them score.

In last night's match, we completely shutout our rivals.

To dominate an opponent in a game.

The team really shutout their competition this season.