offy

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Etymology[edit]

From off (“first element of noun”) +‎ -y (“diminutive suffix”).

Pronunciation[edit]

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  • Rhymes: -ɒfi

Noun[edit]

offy (plural offies)

  1. (Ireland, British, slang) An off-licence.
  2. (Australia, cricket, slang) An off break.
  3. (Australia, cricket, slang) An off spinner.
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