seat out
C1 informal inseparable transitive
In simple words
To stay out of a game, activity, or event instead of taking part
Literal meaning: To remain seated (out of participation) — 'out' indicates being outside the activity
Meanings
1 C1 informal
To choose not to take part in an activity, game, or event, remaining as a spectator or staying on the sidelines
"The coach decided to seat out the injured striker for the first half."
Grammar: inseparable
2 C1 informal
To wait through a difficult or uncomfortable period without taking action
"They decided to seat out the storm in the nearest shelter."
Grammar: inseparable
Usage notes
This phrasal verb is uncommon and may be considered non-standard by many speakers. 'Sit out' is the strongly preferred form. 'Seat out' may be heard in informal American English, particularly in a sports context. Learners are advised to use 'sit out' instead.
Commonly used with
round game match turn event
Forms
Base
seat out
I/you/we/they
3rd person
seats out
he/she/it
Past simple
seated out
yesterday
Past participle
seated out
have + pp
-ing form
seating out
continuous
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