Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

castoff

noun
/ˈkæstˌɔf/
Definition
Something that has been discarded or rejected.
Examples
  • After the party, she decided to donate her castoffs to charity.
  • The old furniture in the garage was just a collection of castoffs from various years.
Meaning
The term ‘castoff’ refers to items or clothing that are no longer wanted or have been thrown away. It can also describe a person who has been rejected or neglected.
Synonyms
  • discard
  • reject
  • throwaway
  • leftover