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

Recent Examples on the Web This faux fur coat gives off some serious It-Girl vibes this autumn. Rebecca Martinson, Rolling Stone, 23 Sep. 2024 This 44 x 9-inch longboard gives off cool coastal vibes perfect for a chill cruise. Cheryl Fenton, Parents, 23 Sep. 2024 But Trump’s comments at the September 10 debate, which also sought to whip up anti-immigrant sentiment, gave off the impression that gender-affirming care is universally and easily accessible, so much so that it’s being given out willy-nilly, including to people in prison and detention. Adam Rhodes, Them, 18 Sep. 2024 The power couple's attire gave off Grease vibes, seemingly channeling Sandy and Danny's looks in the 1978 flick, which stars Olivia Newton-John and John Travolta. Becca Longmire, Peoplemag, 8 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for give off 

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Word History

First Known Use

1831, in the meaning defined at transitive sense 1

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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 5 Oct. 2024.

Kids Definition

give off

verb
: emit sense 1a
gave off a sweet smell

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