give off

verb

gave off; given off; giving off; gives off
Synonyms of give offnext

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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The lobster bisque is creamy, rich and does not give off a fishy taste. Carlos Rico, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Feb. 2026 And aside from Art Basel, nothing gives off bad traffic vibes like the annual boat show. Howard Cohen, Miami Herald, 11 Feb. 2026 It’s not specifically approved for pregnancy vomiting, so it’s technically given off-label. Julia Ries Wexler, SELF, 9 Feb. 2026 But others just give off a feeling. Sean Gregory, Time, 6 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for give off

Word History

First Known Use

1828, in the meaning defined at transitive sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of give off was in 1828

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“Give off.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/give%20off. Accessed 18 Feb. 2026.

Kids Definition

give off

verb
: emit sense 1a
gave off a sweet smell

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