Turn Off - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

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SKIP TO CONTENT turn off /tərn ɑf/ /tən ɒf/ IPA guide

Other forms: turned off; turning off; turns off

Definitions of turn off

verb cause to stop operating by disengaging a switch “Turn off the stereo, please” synonyms: cut, switch off, turn out see moresee less types: kill cause to cease operating type of: flip, switch, throw cause to go on or to be engaged or set in operation
verb cause to feel intense dislike or distaste synonyms: put off see moresee less type of: repel, repulse be repellent to; cause aversion in
verb make a turn “turn off at the parking area” see moresee less type of: turn change orientation or direction, also in the abstract sense

Pronunciation US /tərn ɑf/ UK /tən ɒf/ Cite this entry Style: MLA

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