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Definition back off in American English

back off phrasal verb

[intransitive] phrasal verb
1

to move backward in order to get farther away from something

Example

Everyone back off and let the doctor through.

Synonyms and related words
back away draw back part
2

to stop criticizing someone or telling them what to do

Example

Back off, OK? I'll tell you when I'm ready!

Synonyms and related words
back off let up leave/let someone alone
Definition back off in American English