Putoff
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Putoff is a noun meaning An excuse made to delay or stall.
Meaning
An excuse made to delay or stall.
Example Sentences
I think I would have asked farther, but Alan gave me the put-off. “I am rather wearied,” he said, “and I would like fine to get a sleep.”
Word Forms
- putoffs
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include come-off, deferrer, reprieve, offcome, sidestep, buyoff.
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