Blown the Fuck Out, commonly abbreviated as BTFO, is a slang term used across internet forums like 4chan, Reddit, and Twitter to describe a situation where someone is decisively defeated or humiliated. While the phrase predates the internet, it became a staple of digital culture in the early 2010s, often accompanying images of smug characters laughing at an opponent’s failure. The meme is typically used in the context of heated debates, sports losses, or social media 'claps back' where one party is perceived to have lost all credibility. Its usage signifies not just a standard loss, but a total, embarrassing annihilation of the opposing side's argument or status.