rout

intransitive verb

To dig with the snout; root.

intransitive verb

To poke around; rummage.

intransitive verb

To expose to view as if by digging; uncover.

intransitive verb

To hollow, scoop, or gouge out.

intransitive verb

To drive or force out as if by digging; eject.

intransitive verb

To dig up with the snout.

intransitive verb

To bellow. Used of cattle.

noun

A disorderly retreat or flight following defeat.

noun

An overwhelming defeat.