English Explanatory Dictionary

out of the loop

English dictionary entry

Meanings

prep_phrase
  1. Not informed, up-to-date, or current; not included in a process or discussion.

Pronunciation

En-au-out of the loop.ogg

Word forms

out of the loop

Etymology

First use appears c. 1973. See cite below. Its use is thought by some to have roots in computer or telephony terminology.

Synonyms

out of touch in the dark

Antonyms

in the loop in touch
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