offset

²off·set

verb
\ˈȯf-ˌset, vt senses are also ȯf-ˈ\

off·setoff·set·ting

Definition of OFFSET

transitive verb

1

a : to place over against something : balance <credits offset debits> b : to serve as a counterbalance for : compensate <his speed offset his opponent's greater weight>

2

: to form an offset in <offset a wall>

intransitive verb

: to become marked by offset

Examples of OFFSET

1. Gains in one area offset losses in another.
2. The limited storage space in the house is offset by the large garage.

First Known Use of OFFSET

1792

Related to OFFSET

Synonyms: annul, cancel (out), compensate (for), correct, counteract, counterbalance, counterpoise, make up (for), negative, neutralize

Related Words: invalidate, negate, neuter, nullify; atone (for); outbalance, outweigh, redeem; redress, relieve, remedy; override, overrule

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