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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The design gives off an easy, relaxed style thanks to the wide-leg fit, and they’re made from cotton and linen to create the perfect blend of lightness and breathability. Rylee Johnston, Travel + Leisure, 12 June 2025 One such site, located in San Bernardino County near the El Mirage Dry Lake bed, gave off a rancid smell on a cool spring afternoon. Susanne Rust, Los Angeles Times, 11 June 2025 For lucky stargazers, the full moon gave off a red or orange tint. Julia Gomez, USA Today, 10 June 2025 Rosemary And Sage Botanical Name: Salvia rosmarinus, S. officinalis Sun Exposure: Full Sun Soil Type: Well-draining, loamy Soil pH: Acidic (5.8-6.8) Rosemary and sage also give off a strong scent that can repel carrot rust flies. Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 10 June 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 26 Jun. 2025.

Kids Definition

give off

verb
: emit sense 1a
gave off a sweet smell

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