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Offset

Aw-FSEHT

/ɔːˈfsɛt/

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offset

Dictionary meaning

Structure where a wall or building narrows abruptly.

Examples

  • Offset the conference proceedings.
  • Offset a wall.

Synonyms: set-back

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