Definition

Verb: * To discuss something thoroughly and in detail, often with the goal of reaching an agreement, solving a problem, or clarifying details. It implies a more involved, sometimes lengthy, conversation than a simple chat.

Usage and Examples

The verb "hash out" is used to describe the process of detailed discussion or negotiation. It is often followed by the topic being discussed.

• Basic Usage:
  • The team needs to hash out the details of the project plan before we can begin.
  • Let's hash out our differences and find a solution that works for everyone.
  • They spent the afternoon hashing out the final contract.

Advanced Usage

• "to hash it out": A common phrase where "it" refers to the known topic of disagreement or discussion.
  • We have different opinions on this, so we need to sit down and hash it out.

Variants and Related Words

• Rehash (verb): To discuss or go over (something, like an old argument or plan) again, often unnecessarily.
  • I don't want to rehash the same old problems from last year.

Synonyms

• Discuss: To talk about something with another person or group.
• Thrash out: (Very similar in meaning) To discuss something thoroughly until a decision or agreement is reached.
• Work out: To resolve or find a solution through discussion or effort.
• Negotiate: To try to reach an agreement through formal discussion.

Related Phrasal Verbs

• Talk over: To discuss something carefully and completely.
  • We should talk over your proposal before making a decision.
• Sort out: To resolve a problem or disagreement.
  • We managed to sort out the misunderstanding.

Related Idioms

• "To have it out (with someone)": To have a frank and often angry discussion to settle a disagreement.
  • After weeks of tension, they finally decided to have it out.
  • (Note: "Have it out" implies more conflict than "hash out.")

Verb

1. speak with others about (something); talk (something) over in detail; have a discussion
   • We discussed our household budget