Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

offset

verb (also a noun)

/ˈɔːf.sɛt/

Definition

To counterbalance or compensate for something.

Examples

The company plans to offset its carbon emissions by investing in renewable energy sources.
He recorded a temporary offset in his budget to cover unexpected expenses.
The technician adjusted the offset in the machine to ensure accuracy.

Meaning

An offset refers to a factor or condition that acts to reduce or counteract another element’s effect, often used in financial contexts or when discussing physical measurements.