How to Pronounce "blowoff"
word
ˈbloʊˌɑf
BLOH-awf
ˈbləʊˌɒf
BLUH-ohf
Definition
Blowoff means ignoring, rejecting, or not giving attention to someone or something, or an excuse used to skip an obligation. Sometimes it also refers to the act of skipping a scheduled event.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbloʊˌɑf
British English
ˈbləʊˌɒf
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BLOH-awf
UK
BLUH-ohf
Listen in Context
He gave me a blowoff when I invited him to the party.
Skipping class was just a blowoff for her.
He used a blowoff to avoid doing homework.
I can't believe she gave me the blowoff after all our plans.