definition of
[washout]

[1] #1 washout n. the channel or break produced by erosion of relatively soft soil by water; "it was several days after the storm before they could repair the washout and open the road". wn

[2] #2 washout n. [wash] the erosive process of washing away soil or gravel by water (as from a roadway); "from the house they watched the washout of their newly seeded lawn by the water". wn

[3] #3 washout n. [flop, dud] someone who is unsuccessful. wn