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Ship off Meaning in English

expression

ˈʃɪp/ /ˈɔf
SHIP-awf
ʃˈɪp/ /ˈɒf
SHIP-of

Definition

To send someone or something away to another place, often by transportation, such as mail, cargo, or even assigning people to a distant location.

Usage & Nuances

Informal and often used when someone is sent away, sometimes unwillingly or to get rid of them ('ship off to boarding school'). For things, commonly used with goods or packages. 'Ship out' is similar but more neutral.

Example Sentences

We need to ship off these boxes today.

basic

The company shipped off the new computers to customers.

basic

Her parents shipped her off to camp for the summer.

basic

After graduation, he was shipped off to a remote town for his first job.

natural

They finally shipped off all the old furniture to charity.

natural

His mom threatened to ship him off if he didn't clean his room.

natural