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shutout

/ʃuːtˈaʊt/ noun · British & US
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What does shutout mean?

noun

A complete victory or defeat in a contest or competition, especially in sports, where one team scores no points or goals. A complete silence or lack of response.

Example

"The team achieved a shutout in the championship game, winning 3-0."

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