drop–off
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noun
\ˈdräp-ˌȯf\
Simple Definition of drop–off
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: a very steep downward slope
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: a very large decrease in level or amount
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: the act of taking someone or something to a place and then leaving : the act of dropping someone or something off
Source: Merriam-Webster's Learner's Dictionary
Full Definition of drop–off
1 : a very steep or perpendicular descent
2 : a marked dwindling or decline <a drop–off in attendance>
3 : the act or an instance of making a usually brief deposit or delivery <drop–off points along the route>
1923
First Known Use of drop–off
1923
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