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/ɒf/ adverb, preposition, verb · British & US
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What does off mean?

adverb, preposition, verb

Used to indicate movement away from something, or to indicate a state of being switched off or inactive. Also used to indicate a reduction or decrease in something.

Example

"The plane took off from the runway."

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