How to Pronounce "stave off"
expression
ˈsteɪv/ /ˈɔf
STAYV AWF
stˈeɪv/ /ˈɒf
STAYV OF
Definition
To stop something bad from happening, or delay it for a period of time.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈsteɪv/ /ˈɔf
British English
stˈeɪv/ /ˈɒf
Simplified Pronunciation
US
STAYV AWF
UK
STAYV OF
Listen in Context
She eats healthy food to stave off illness.
Drinking water can help stave off dehydration.
He worked hard to stave off failure.
A cup of coffee can stave off sleepiness for a while, but not forever.