sod off

verb

sodded off; sodding off; sods off

intransitive verb

British
: scram
usually used as a command

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These essential watering tips will get your new sod off to a strong start. Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Apr. 2025

Word History

Etymology

sod entry 4

First Known Use

1960, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of sod off was in 1960

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“Sod off.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/sod%20off. Accessed 6 May. 2025.

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