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Definition see off in British 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
drive out banish send away
3

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

Example

The England team saw off a tired-looking Poland 3-1.

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