PUTOFF Definition & Meaning

putoff

[ poot-awf, -of ]

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noun

an act or instance of putting off.
a delaying, postponing, or avoiding of something.
an expressed excuse or evasion; demur:
She responded with a polite but firm putoff.

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51�Թ� History and Origins

Origin of putoff¹

First recorded in 1540–50; noun use of verb phrase put off

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When passing Malden he was hailed from the fort, but as he paid no attention, Major Putoff fired a shot to make the vessel heave-to and leave the mail.

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