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Off

adverb, adjective, preposition

Off means away, not on, or not working.

3 letters 1 syllable

What does Off mean?

Off means away, not on, or not working.

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Dictionary definition

Away from a place, not operating, or no longer attached.

Example sentences

Off in a sentence

easy

Please turn the light off.

medium

The button popped off the coat.

hard

The machine stayed off until the teacher checked it.

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Answer three quick questions about its meaning and related words.

Practice 1

What does off mean?

Practice 2

Which sentence uses off correctly?

Practice 3

Which word is a helpful opposite or contrast for off?

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Off

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Synonyms

Words like Off

awayUse when something moves from a place.
inactiveUse when a device is not working or turned on.
Antonyms

Opposite words

onUse when something is working, attached, or active.
attachedUse when something is connected.
Synonym practice

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Word family

Off word family

Base word

off

adjective

offhand

Said or done without much preparation.

adjective

offline

Not connected to the internet or a network.

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