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Cast off Meaning in English

expression

ˈkæst/ /ˈɔf
KAST-awf
kˈɑːst/ /ˈɒf
KAHST-of

释义

To get rid of something or someone you no longer want or need, or to untie a boat and let it float away from the shore.

用法与细微差别

Somewhat formal or literary for the meaning 'get rid of'; commonly used in sailing to mean 'untie a boat'. In knitting, 'cast off' means finishing the edge. Not used for throwing physically (that's just 'cast'). Often appears as 'cast off old habits' or 'cast off the ropes'.

例句

He wants to cast off his old clothes.

basic

The sailors will cast off the boat at sunrise.

basic

She decided to cast off her fears.

basic

It’s time to cast off what’s holding you back.

natural

Please cast off when everyone is on board.

natural

After years at that job, he was ready to cast off and try something new.

natural