The phrasal verb "do out of" means to cheat someone of what is rightfully theirs. It is used when someone is unfairly deprived of their rights or possessions.
Phrasal Verb: "do out of" significa estafar a alguien de algo que le pertenece legítimamente. Se usa cuando se priva a alguien de sus derechos o posesiones de manera injusta.
| Phrasal Verb | do out of |
|---|---|
| Definition | to cheat someone of what is rightfully theirs |
| Examples | - My brother and I don't speak any more. He tried to do me out of the money our father left us. - She did me out of top score in the test by copying answers from the back of her hand. |
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