Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
off-with
phrase
/ɔːf wɪð/
Definition
A directive indicating that someone should remove something, often used in a conversational context to imply the act of taking something away or ceasing an action.
Examples
- When the project is finished, we will just off-with the excess materials.
- He decided to off-with the old furniture before moving into his new apartment.
- The chef instructed the staff to off-with the burnt parts of the dish before serving.
Meaning
The phrase suggests an action of detachment or removal, commonly used when referring to things that are no longer needed or desired.
Synonyms
- remove
- take away
- discard
- eliminate
- get rid of
