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Definition strike off in British English

strike off phrasal verb

phrasal verb
1

to remove something from a list or record

Example

We can strike that off today's agenda - it's been settled.

Synonyms and related words
cross off strike off check off
1.1

used about someone such as a doctor or lawyer who is no longer allowed to work in their profession

Example

The 47-year-old doctor now faces being struck off the Medical Register.

Synonyms and related words
forbid decline prohibit
2

to go in a particular direction in a way that shows energy or determination

Example

They struck off across the desert without supplies.

Example

Startled by the noise, he had struck off through the woods.

Synonyms and related words
depart embark on hit the road
Definition strike off in British English