: not identified with a major brand name
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These are far from the worst in the genre, but even the good attempts sound like off-brand grocery store cereals. Aj Willingham, AJC.com, 18 Feb. 2026 His low-key vibe may seem off-brand for a New York icon, but Brunson’s improbable journey to stardom and workmanlike approach have endeared him to the city like few others. Tom Kludt, Vanity Fair, 17 Feb. 2026 The company will also shutter the five remaining locations of Neiman Marcus' off-brand entity, Last Call. Emily Lorsch, NBC news, 30 Jan. 2026 Scammers are taking advantage of the high demand by marketing discounted off-brand drugs and dietary supplements. Tamia Fowlkes, jsonline.com, 19 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for off-brand

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First Known Use

1892, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of off-brand was in 1892

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“Off-brand.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/off-brand. Accessed 12 Mar. 2026.

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