Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
knock-off
noun
/ˈnɒkˌɒf/
Definition
A knock-off is a product that is an imitation or a copy of an original item, typically created with the intent to deceive or profit from the original’s popularity.
Examples
- I bought a knock-off designer handbag that looked just like the real thing.
- Many stores sell knock-offs of popular sneakers at a fraction of the cost.
- He realized the electronics he bought were knock-offs and not the authentic brand.
Meaning
The term usually refers to cheaper replicas of brand-name products, often made with lower quality materials and sold at a lower price.
Synonyms
- imitation
- copy
- replica
- fake
- counterfeit
