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Definition drive off in British English

drive off phrasal verb

phrasal verb
1

if a vehicle or driver drives off, the vehicle starts moving and leaves

Example

They stood and waved as we drove off.

Synonyms and related words
back up belt up be on someone’s tail
2

to force someone to go away, especially when they are attacking or threatening you

Example

They fired their guns to drive off an attack from a pack of dogs.

Synonyms and related words
fight off fend off stand up to
Definition drive off in British English