Opt-out
[opt] /ɒpt/
verb (used without object)
1.
to make a choice; choose (usually followed by for).
Verb phrases
2.
opt out, to decide to leave or withdraw:
to opt out of the urban rat race and move to the countryside.
/ɒpt/
verb
1.
when intr, foll by for. to show preference (for) or choose (to do something) See also opt in See also opt out
noun
an act or instance of choosing not to do or participate in something; an opportunity to choose not to do something
noun, adjective
a radio or television broadcast that is transmitted only locally
v.
1877, from French opter “to choose” (16c.), from Latin optare “choose, desire” (see option). To opt out is attested from 1922. Related: Opted; opting.
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