Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

cast-off

noun, verb

/ˈkæst ˌɔf/

Definition

Something that has been discarded or rejected.

Examples

She donated her cast-offs to charity.
The old furniture was deemed a cast-off after the renovation.
After months of contemplation, he decided to cast off his fears and pursue his dreams.

Meaning

The term ‘cast-off’ refers to items, clothing, or even ideas that have been thrown away or no longer wanted. It often implies a sense of abandonment or the act of getting rid of things that are no longer useful or desired.