give off

verb

gave off; given off; giving off; gives off

transitive verb

1
: to send out as a branch
2
: emit
gave off an unpleasant smell

intransitive verb

: to branch off

Examples of give off in a Sentence

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It’s powered by propane, is impressively smokeless, and gives off the perfect amount of heat for large groups of people. Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 May 2025 It's made from beautiful walnut wood that gives off a pleasant aroma that's naturally resistant to absorbing food odors. Christopher Murray May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 16 May 2025 Fort Mill still gives off as much of a small-town vibe as a community around Charlotte can, Newsome said. Desiree Mathurin, Charlotte Observer, 15 May 2025 Pisgah National Forest, near Brevard, North Carolina, is one of the few places blue ghost fireflies—a rare species that gives off a continuous blue glow—call home. Elliott Harrell, Travel + Leisure, 13 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for give off

Word History

First Known Use

1831, in the meaning defined at transitive sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of give off was in 1831

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“Give off.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/give%20off. Accessed 21 May. 2025.

Kids Definition

give off

verb
: emit sense 1a
gave off a sweet smell

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