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turn off

The correct spelling is turn off.

How to pronounce turn off

verb

Say it like: Tur-n o-ff

The correct spelling is turn off. To dismiss; to fire. For example: "Turn off the machine and unplug it when you leave."

Usage Examples

Turn off the machine and unplug it when you leave.

Remember to turn the tap off once you've finished so you don't waste water.

Cigarette smoking really turns me off.

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To dismiss; to fire.
  2. 2.To power down, to switch off, to put out of operation, to deactivate (an appliance, light, mechanism, functionality etc.).
  3. 3.To rotate a tap or valve so as to interrupt the outflow of liquid or gas.
  4. 4.To repulse, disgust, or discourage (someone).
  5. 5.To leave a road; to exit.

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