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Definition see off in American English

see off phrasal verb

[transitive] phrasal verb
1

to go somewhere such as a station or airport with someone in order to say goodbye to them

Example

Anne saw Terry off at the station.

2

to make someone go away or leave a place, especially by chasing them

Example

The dogs will soon see off any burglars.

Synonyms and related words
ethnic cleansing social cleansing drive out
3

to deal successfully with someone or something, especially by defeating them easily

Example

She managed to see off the challenge of her French opponent.

Synonyms and related words
defeat win beat
Definition see off in American English