English · Daily Life
drop off
/drɒp ɒf/
[/drɒp ɒf/]
deliver; fall asleep
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Definition
To deliver someone or something to a place, or to fall asleep.
Example
I'll drop the kids off at school before heading straight to the office this morning.
I'll drop the kids off at school before heading straight to the office this morning.
Etymology
From 'drop' plus 'off', meaning to set down; the 'sleep' sense is figurative.
How & Where It’s Used
Everyday; the noun 'drop-off' also means a sharp decline or a steep edge.