Rule Out (Verb)
Meaning 1
Dismiss from consideration or a contest; "John was ruled out as a possible suspect because he had a strong alibi"; "This possibility can be eliminated from our consideration".
Classification
Verbs of thinking, judging, analyzing, doubting.
Synonyms
Meaning 2
Include or exclude by determining judicially or in agreement with rules.
Classification
Verbs of fighting, athletic activities.