1 C1 idiomatic slang
To leave a criminal gang, understood to require a violent act or to result in death.
"He knew there was only one way to blood out — and he wasn't sure he was ready for the consequences."
blood out
C1 slang intransitive
To leave a gang or criminal group, typically through an act of violence or at the cost of one's life.
In plain English
To get out of a gang — which usually means something violent has to happen.
What does "blood out" mean?
One main meaning — here's how to use it.
Literal vs figurative
Words literally mean
To exit through bloodshed — i.e., through violence or death.
Actually means
To get out of a gang — which usually means something violent has to happen.
Usage tip
Part of the 'blood in, blood out' expression from American gang culture, popularized by a 1993 film of the same name. Implies that leaving a gang requires either violent sacrifice or results in death. Used in journalism, documentaries, and crime fiction.
Words that pair with "blood out"
Natural word combinations native speakers use most often.
gang crew cartel life prison
How to conjugate "blood out"
The five tense forms you'll use most often.
Base
blood out
I/you/we/they
3rd person
bloods out
he/she/it
Past simple
blooded out
yesterday
Past participle
blooded out
have + pp
-ing form
blooding out
continuous
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