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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Red and black flowers on a nude base give off a unique graphic feel that has more attitude than sweetness. Daisy Maldonado, InStyle, 5 June 2026 Analyzing these waves confirmed that although energy is given off in gravitational waves during the merger, the total entropy of the black holes increases in accordance with the second law of thermodynamics. Robert Lea, Space.com, 1 June 2026 Some gray fabrics lean warm with yellow, orange, or beige undertones, and others give off a cool blue feel. Tessa Cooper, The Spruce, 31 May 2026 The Calvin Klein Relaxed Denim Pull-on Jeans give off an effortlessly cool vibe—be prepared to receive many compliments. Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 31 May 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 10 Jun. 2026.

Kids Definition

give off

verb
: emit sense 1a
gave off a sweet smell

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