The term 'dropout' can be defined as someone who has quit or left something, such as school or a job. The crossword solutions for this term are 'QUITTER' (7 letters) and 'LEAVER' (6 letters). Both words refer to someone who has chosen to leave something, either voluntarily or involuntarily. QUITTER implies that the person has made a conscious decision to leave, while LEAVER implies that the person has been forced to leave due to circumstances beyond their control.