out of the loop

== English == === Etymology === First use appears c. 1973. See cite below. Its use is thought by some to have roots in computer or telephony terminology. === Pronunciation === === Prepositional phrase === out of the loop (idiomatic) Not informed, up-to-date, or current; not included in a process or discussion. Synonyms: out of touch, in the dark Antonyms: in the loop, in touch ==== Translations ==== === References === “out of the loop”, in OneLook Dictionary Search.