Pronunciation: [ˈa͡ʊt ɪt] (IPA) 
The phrase "out it" is spelled using the letters O-U-T and I-T. The IPA phonetic transcription for "out" is /aʊt/, which represents the sounds the word makes when spoken. The "ow" sound is created by combining the "a" and "u" sounds. The IPA phonetic transcription for "it" is /ɪt/, representing the short "i" sound and the "t" sound at the end. Together, the phrase "out it" is pronounced as /aʊt ɪt/.
"Out it" is a colloquial phrase that can have different interpretations based on the context.
One meaning refers to the act of openly disclosing or revealing information that was previously concealed or secret. It often pertains to personal or sensitive topics, where individuals may choose to "out it" when sharing personal experiences, secrets, or details about themselves that were previously hidden. This act of disclosure is typically done voluntarily, either to gain a sense of relief, acknowledge one's identity, or create a deeper level of trust with others. For example, someone might say, "He finally decided to out it and tell his family about his true sexual orientation."
Another interpretation of "out it" is connected to the completion or culmination of a task, event, or objective. This usage is commonly found in sports or competitive activities, where the phrase is used to indicate that someone has successfully completed or accomplished something. For instance, a commentator might exclaim, "He scored the winning goal, and they've outed it, clinching their spot in the finals!"
In both senses, "out it" highlights a sense of openness, disclosure, or achievement in relation to personal revelations or victorious outcomes. As a colloquial phrase, its usage can vary across different situations and regional dialects.
The phrase "out it" does not have a defined etymology of its own, as it is a combination of the preposition "out" and the pronoun "it". However, both "out" and "it" have their own separate etymologies.
- "Out" dates back to Old English, where it was spelled as "ūt". Its origins can be traced back to the Proto-Germanic word "ūt", which means "out" or "outside". The word has remained relatively unchanged in terms of spelling and meaning throughout its history.
- "It" also originates from Old English, where it was spelled as "hit". It comes from the Proto-Germanic word "hi", which served as a third-person singular neuter pronoun. This pronoun eventually evolved into its modern form "it" in English.
