strike out in WordNet English dictionary

1. remove from a list
   "Cross the name of the dead person off the list"
   cross off  cross out  strike out  strike off  mark 
   
2. cause to get out
   "The pitcher retired three batters"; "the runner was put out at third base"
   retire  strike out 
   
3. set out on a course of action
   "He struck out on his own"
   strike out 
   
4. put out or be put out by a strikeout
   "Oral struck out three batters to close the inning"
   strike out 
   
5. make a motion as with one's fist or foot towards an object or away from one's body
   strike out 
   
6. be unsuccessful in an endeavor
   "The candidate struck out with his health care plan"
   strike out 
   

strike out in English Wiktionary