1 B2 idiomatic informal
To write or create something quickly and without great care for quality.
"I need to bash out a quick response to this complaint before lunch."
separable
bash out
B2 informal separable transitive
To produce something quickly and without great care; to play music loudly and energetically.
In plain English
To make or write something fast, without worrying too much about making it perfect; to play an instrument very loudly.
What does "bash out" mean?
2 meanings, ordered from most common to least. Color-coded by CEFR level.
2 B2 idiomatic informal
To play music loudly and vigorously, especially on a piano or drum kit.
"He sat down and bashed out a few old rock songs on the piano."
separable
Literal vs figurative
Words literally mean
To strike something out — the 'out' implies completion of the task through physical force.
Actually means
To make or write something fast, without worrying too much about making it perfect; to play an instrument very loudly.
Usage tip
Primarily British English informal. The sense of producing work quickly implies that quality may be sacrificed for speed. Also used for energetic, loud playing of instruments.
Words that pair with "bash out"
Natural word combinations native speakers use most often.
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How to conjugate "bash out"
The five tense forms you'll use most often.
Base
bash out
I/you/we/they
3rd person
bashes out
he/she/it
Past simple
bashed out
yesterday
Past participle
bashed out
have + pp
-ing form
bashing out
continuous
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