Speakur

Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

holdoff

Word Rarity Very rare

Frequency: Zipf frequency 0.00 in modern English

Syllables
hold-off
IPA
17
Scrabble Score
7
Letters
2
Syllables
5
Unique Chars

Meaning

noun

A fixture or attachment intended to prevent direct contact between two objects.

noun

A delay or forbearance.

Example Sentences

Etymology

Deverbal from hold off.

Inflected Forms

holdoffs (plural)

Frequently Paired Words

standoff hold-up cunctation deferment delay dilation detain hinder

Questions

What does holdoff mean?
A fixture or attachment intended to prevent direct contact between two objects.
Where does holdoff come from?
Deverbal from hold off.

How to pronounce holdoff

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