Knockoffs Meaning in English
word · lemma: knockoff
Definition
Products that are copies of real designer brands or items, often made to look like the original but are not genuine.
Usage & Nuances
Informal, common in shopping & fashion contexts. Used for fake brand-name goods, especially luxury items. Plural ('knockoffs') is standard. Not as strong as 'counterfeits' (illegal); may refer to both legal and illegal copies depending on context.
Example Sentences
These shoes are just knockoffs of a famous brand.
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The market is full of knockoffs.
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She accidentally bought knockoffs instead of real jewelry.
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I can't tell the difference between these knockoffs and the real thing.
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Some people knowingly buy knockoffs to save money.
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Watch out for knockoffs when shopping online—they can look almost identical to the originals.
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