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 dazzling dangling snowflakes give off a twinkling effect. Nicol Natale, People.com, 2 Dec. 2024 Acqua di Gio gives off a sensual blend of bergamot and bourbon at 25% off, and A Hold on Me has sweet notes of tiger lily and berries and is discounted by 40%. Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 29 Nov. 2024 This scent gives off a calming, woodsy aroma throughout the house. Ashlyn Messier, Fox News, 27 Nov. 2024 The Baffin High Park Northern Snow Boots give off the ultimate cool-girl vibe, made with a genuine leather exterior that’s been specifically designed to return heat while reflecting cold. Kelsey Stewart, Travel + Leisure, 25 Nov. 2024 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 15 Dec. 2024.

Kids Definition

give off

verb
: emit sense 1a
gave off a sweet smell

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