puss out
C1 slang inseparable intransitive
In simple words
To decide not to do something because you are too scared.
Meanings
1 C1
idiomatic
slang
To withdraw from something because of fear or a lack of courage.
"I can't believe you pussed out at the last second — you said you'd do the bungee jump with us."
Grammar: inseparable
Usage notes
This is a euphemistic spelling of 'pussy out,' used to soften the vulgarity while retaining the same meaning. Still considered crude by many. Primarily used in informal spoken American English and online. ESL learners should use 'chicken out' instead.
Commonly used with
fight challenge dare jump commitment
Forms
Base
puss out
I/you/we/they
3rd person
pusses out
he/she/it
Past simple
pussed out
yesterday
Past participle
pussed out
have + pp
-ing form
pussing out
continuous
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