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Meaning of work off

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

work off

verb

Definitions

  1. To lose (weight) by doing physical work; to burn off the calories gained from eating something.

    Example: We need to get moving to work off these donuts.

  2. (by extension) To end (a debt) by doing labor for the person owed money.

    Example: After thirteen years, I've worked off my student debt.

  3. To produce (printed matter etc.) by some process of work.