better-off

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English[edit]

Adjective[edit]

better-off

  1. Alternative spelling of better off
    Only the better-off nations can afford to send probes into space.

Usage notes[edit]

  • This spelling is often preferred for attributive use (before a noun) and to avoid associating the off with a following word. It is often less preferred in predicative use (after is).

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